SCHOOLS

Our specialist team bring the curriculum to life through unique experiences with learners at every level.

Situated in the heart of Edinburgh at the foot of an ancient volcano, Dynamic Earth is Edinburgh’s world class science centre and planetarium which tells our planet’s story, from beginning to mend. Through our immersive exhibition, inspiring planetarium, interdisciplinary indoor and outdoor workshops and online opportunities – we empower your pupils with understanding and empathy for the Earth and deliver nation priorities for you and your learners. Dynamic Earth supports you and your pupils at every stage of their learning journey across a range of curriculum areas.

2026-27 SCHOOLS LEARNING & ENGAGEMENT EXPERIENCES

Discover our learning and engagement opportunities for schools by exploring the boxes below or downloading a PDF of our 2026-27 brochure.

SPECIAL OFFER: 3 FOR 2 ON ACTIVITIES!

Unlock more learning for less when you visit us as a school! Book two activities at Edinburgh’s only Science Centre and Planetarium and get a third absolutely free – with our unmissable 3-for-2 offer available exclusively in Term One*. Find out more by enquiring below.

*Offer valid on visits from August – December 2026. T&Cs Apply.

VISIT US AS A SCHOOL

Visit Dynamic Earth, the UK’s leading Earth Science Centre and Planetarium, with your school. Immerse your pupils in the history of our planet as you journey into our interactive galleries, focus on specific learning development areas through our unique workshops and finish the day with a mesmerising show in our state-of-the-art Planetarium.

MEET THE SCIENTIST

Discover our free, online Meet the Scientist workshops. Dynamic Earth are proud to be a leading platform for connecting people of all ages and backgrounds with real scientists working in cutting-edge and topical Earth and environmental science research across Scotland.

BOOKING OPEN!

CAREERS SHOWCASE

Discover our next School Careers Showcase on 18th & 19th January 2026. Dynamic Earth are committed to supporting Scotland’s aspiration to be a STEM Nation and inspiring, encouraging and enabling the next generation of scientists and engineers into STEM pathways at school and beyond. Your planet, your future!

LEARNING LAB

Explore the future of energy. During this FREE programme pupils will investigate renewable technologies and the pathway to net zero. Through exciting practical activities, they will discover how their skills could change the world.

RELAXED OPENING HOURS FOR SCHOOLS

Find out about our next Relaxed Opening Hours Day. This day is open to all schools, but is designed to support those who would benefit from a more relaxed visit. Find out more about how to book a school visit on our Relaxed Opening Hours day.

SCHOOL DISCOVERY PASSES

Our Discovery Pass programme provides schools who may face additional barriers to visiting Dynamic Earth with the opportunity to apply for free access.

STEM NATION AWARD SUPPORTER

Dynamic Earth are a proud supporter of the STEM Nation Award Scheme from Education Scotland. The programme has been developed by Education Scotland to support early learning and childcare settings, schools and community learning and development providers to develop high-quality STEM learning in their setting and to celebrate their achievements along the way.

Education Scotland’s team of STEM officers are available to provide further information and support through the award process. You can contact your regional STEM Education Officer at STEM@educationscotland.gov.scot

To find out more about the award scheme, click here.

BOOK NOW

Submit a School Booking form to contact a member of our friendly booking team, who will process your request.