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VISIT US AS A SCHOOL<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Visit Dynamic Earth, the UK\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

PLAN YOUR VISIT<\/h3><\/h3><\/div>

If you are coming to Dynamic Earth in person, you can visit our exhibition, take part in our workshops, or experience our Planetarium. Choose which activities you want to do on the day – you can pick just one or all three!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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EXHIBITION<\/p><\/h3><\/div>

Take the journey of a lifetime through our immersive exhibition galleries which tell the story of our planet.<\/p>\n<\/div>

EXPLORE OUR TOUR<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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WORKSHOP<\/p><\/h3><\/div>

We offer workshop experiences \u2013
\nindoors or outdoors \u2013 for learners aged 3-18 which help deliver the curriculum.<\/p>\n<\/div>

CHOOSE YOUR WORKSHOP<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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PLANETARIUM<\/p><\/h3><\/div>

Explore space, natural hazards and planet protection in our live Planetarium shows or choose one of our full-dome films<\/p>\n<\/div>

DISCOVER OUR SHOWS<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

The above activities are for in-person visits to our science centre in Edinburgh only. Are you are rural or remote school
\nlooking to learn more about Earth science? Take a look at our online presenter-led workshops<\/a> here.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?<\/h3><\/h3><\/div>

When you visit our centre in Edinburgh, you can tailor your visit to your pupils by selecting which activities suit you best.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

PRICE PER PUPIL<\/h3><\/div>
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Two Activities<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

\u00a37.75<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Three Activities<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

\u00a38.50<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Before making a booking, please make sure you have the following:
\nNumber of pupils<\/strong>
\nEarliest possible arrival time<\/strong>
\nLatest possible departure time<\/strong>
\nWhether your learners have any access requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n

This helps us understand the window within which we could book your visit, and let you know more about how we can tailor our sessions to suit your learners\u2019 needs. Please allow at least 3-5 working days for a response.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

TO MAKE A BOOKING:<\/h3><\/h3><\/div>
SUBMIT AN ENQUIRY FORM<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>

TO ASK A QUESTION:<\/h3><\/h3><\/div>
EMAIL OUR BOOKING OFFICER<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

WE’RE CURRENTLY EXPERIENCING A HIGH VOLUME OF BOOKING REQUESTS<\/p><\/div>

Please allow up to 10 working days for a response. If you\u2019ve submitted a form or sent us an email, rest assured that we\u2019ll get back to you as soon as possible.<\/p>\n

If your enquiry is urgent (for example: if you are running late to your booking, or if you have an urgent change to an existing booking with us) please contact enquiries@dynamicearth.org.uk<\/a> and we\u2019ll do our best to assist you.<\/p>\n

We appreciate your patience and look forward to welcoming you to our Science Centre and Planetarium soon!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

TRANSPORT SUBSIDY<\/h3><\/h3><\/div>

With thanks to support from the Scottish Government, we may be able to assist with the cost of your bus, train or boat to make an in-person visit to Dynamic Earth. Qualifying criteria does apply and any subsidy must be claimed within 6 months of your visit.<\/p>\n

If your school is eligible for Transport Subsidy and you wish to claim it, please complete and return the following documents to groups@dynamicearth.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n