Teach Primary Issue 19.6

Ignite curiosity in science and maths at the Science Museum in London this year 1 WONDERLAB Fuel imaginations in this popular hands-on gallery packed with interactive exhibits and immersive experiences. Watch live experiments at the Chemistry Bar and learn from our Explainers who facilitate engagement. KS2 groups go free on weekdays during term time. 2 IT TAKES GUTS Discover the inner workings of the digestive system in our It Takes Guts show for KS2. Continue a food-themed visit with our new Future of Food exhibition, exploring how science is creating more sustainable ways of growing, cooking and eating food. 3 SPACE See iconic spacecraft and out-of-this-world objects in our exciting new free gallery opening 20 September. Discover inspiring stories of human achievement in space travel and see the spacesuit worn by Helen Sharman, the first Briton in space, as well as a three- billion-year-old piece of the moon! 4 BOOK ONLINE With our online group booking portal, teachers can check availability, plan an itinerary and book. You’ll just need the date of your visit, the number of adults and children in your group, their age range and any specific requirements. At a glance Contact: Visit: sciencemuseum.org.uk/groups/ formal-education-groups Email: Info@ScienceMuseumGroup.ac.uk Call: 033 0058 0058 + Download activity sheets and gallery guides from our website before your visit. + Visit our ‘Before you book’ page for helpful guidance on completing a risk assessment. REASONS TO TRY… aKS2visit to the ScienceMuseum 4 Why teachers are planning their 2026 trips now – and trusting JCA to deliver them Ask any teacher or pupil and they’ll tell you: the first school residential is a milestone moment. It’s where teamwork replaces timetables. Where quiet pupils shine. Where confidence grows outside the classroom walls. JCA has been creating those moments for over 30 years. The team knows how to deliver safe, structured and unforgettable activity trips that leave a lasting impression for the right reasons. As the new academic year begins, schools are already locking in their residential dates for 2026. And with limited availability at peak times, early planning means more choice, and less pressure later on. “We’ve been coming to Condover for over 10 years, and we always have a fab time. The children learn so many new skills and build good relationships with their instructors. We look forward to returning next year.” – Hollyfield Primary Teachers trust JCA for their fully supported, all-inclusive packages, tailored activity programmes, and experienced staff who handle every detail. • Now booking for 2026 & 2027 – limited availability in peak periods • Excellent-value low-season offers at Condover Hall Activity Centre, Shropshire • Ideal for Years 4-6 • Enquire early to avoid disappointment Looking for even better value? JCA’s low-season offers at Condover Hall make high-quality residentials even more accessible for more schools, without compromising on adventure. Contact: Get ahead of the rush – book your preferred dates now at jca-adventure.co.uk enquiries@jca-adventure.co.uk 01273 647 200 “You never forget your first residential” 92 | www.teachwire.net PARTNER CONT ENT