School Visits 

Inspire Curiosity Through Hands-On Learning At The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring, learning happens through curiosity, exploration and a healthy dose of amazement.

Our immersive, illusion-based attraction offers school groups a hands-on educational experience that brings together science, maths, psychology and creative thinking, all wrapped up in a visit students genuinely enjoy. We also welcome Scouts, Guides and other organised children's groups looking for an engaging and memorable educational experience.

This isn't a passive school trip. Students are encouraged to question what they see, test ideas and explore how the brain interprets the world around us, turning curiosity into real understanding.

At a Glance

Curriculum-linked learning

Suitable for KS1-KS4

SEN groups welcome

Interactive, hands-on exhibits

Printable worksheets available

Risk Assessment available

Public Liability Certificate available

Located in the heart of York

Educational Value

Optical illusions are powerful teaching tools. They challenge assumptions, encourage enquiry and help make abstract concepts easier to understand through first-hand experience.

During Their Visit, Students Will:

Explore interactive illusion rooms and exhibits
Learn through hands-on exploration rather than observation alone
Experience a calm, structured environment designed for school groups
Develop discussion, reflection and investigative thinking
Ask questions such as "How does this work?" and "Why did my brain get it wrong?"

Students will naturally develop their understanding of:

Light, reflection, perspective and scale
How the brain processes visual information
Observation, prediction and critical thinking
Scientific enquiry through interactive experiences
The fun comes naturally, but the learning continues long after the visit.

Curriculum Links

Our attraction supports learning across multiple subjects and key stages, making it an ideal educational visit for a wide range of school groups.

 KS1
Observing and describing change
Using the senses to explore the world
Building curiosity, confidence and vocabulary

KS2
Science: Light, reflection and perception
Maths: Shape, space, size and scale
Developing scientific questioning and reasoning

KS3
Physics: Optics and perspective
Psychology: Perception, assumptions and cognition
Critical thinking, analysis and evaluation

KS4 (GCSE)
Physics: Light, reflection, lenses and wave behaviour
Psychology: Perception, visual processing and cognitive bias
Scientific enquiry: Hypothesis testing, evaluation and interpretation
Applying classroom theory to real-world experiences

Practical Information
£6 per student
One complimentary adult for every 15 students
Additional adults: £6 each
Suitable for KS1-KS4, SEN groups and enrichment visits
Printable worksheets available
Risk Assessment and Public Liability Certificate available to download
Our Curators of Curiosity are always on hand to answer questions and support your visit

Advance booking is recommended for all school visits.

Why Teachers Choose Us

Curriculum-linked learning across multiple key stages
Interactive experiences that actively engage students
Minimal planning and administration
High engagement across a wide range of ages and abilities
Excellent opportunities for discussion back in the classroom
A memorable educational visit that students genuinely enjoy

Click here to download our KS1 Worksheet.

Click here to download our KS2 Worksheet.

Click here to download our KS3 Worksheet.

Click here to download our KS4 Worksheet.

Click here to download our Risk Assessment.

Click here to download our Public Liability Certificate.