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Learning Lab, Powering The Future

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Learning Lab is a FREE programme for schools located within Dundee, Angus, Fife, or Perth & Kinross (P5-P7, S1-S2). Places are strictly limited and are on a first come first serve basis – we are expecting large demand for this programme, thus if you or your school are interested please leave your details below without delay!

Aligned with CfE experiences and outcomes, Learning Lab supports teachers to deliver amazing science in the classroom. With a suggested teaching time of 2 hours per week, this 8-week programme for P5–P7 or 4-week programme for S1-S2 comprises:

  • Lesson plans and worksheets
  • Original video content
  • Live interactions with scientists/industry professionals
  • Professional learning session
  • Family learning activities
  • A FREE Dundee Science Centre visit

Through exciting practical activities, pupils will discover renewable technologies and see that they have the skills needed for a future in the energy industry. Protect a melting ice cube, run a hydrogen relay race, and meet an expert from the energy industry!

“It’s been such a fantastic opportunity and experience, which all our young people in S1 were able to engage in. We are incredibly grateful we have been able to offer this to all our young people, allowing us to build STEM capital. A really big thank you!” – A High School Teacher in Dundee.

Schools are also potentially eligible for assistance with transport costs associated with visiting the Dundee Science Centre – please find more information at our funding page here.

Learning Lab – 2025/2026 Academic Year

Bookings for Learning Lab Powering the Future in the 2025/2026 academic year are now open! Please find more details on dates and how to book below;

Autumn term

Monday 18th August 2025 to Friday 3rd October 2025

CLPL – Monday 18th August 2025

Meet the Expert session – w/c Monday 22nd September 2025

Winter term

Monday 20th October 2025 to Tuesday 23rd December 2025

CLPL – Monday 20th October 2025

Meet the Expert session – w/c Monday 224th November 2025

Spring term

Wednesday 7th January 2026 to Thursday 2nd April 2026

CLPL – Wednesday 7th January 2026

Meet the Expert session – w/c 9th February 2026

 

To book your class on our Learning Lab programme for the 2024/2025 academic year, please click here

Contact

If have any questions regarding the Learning Lab programme, or you cannot find the information you are looking for, please feel free to contact us at either learninglab@dundeesciencecentre.org.uk or 01382 868608.