School Visits

What’s Included in the Science of Sound Workshop?

Our workshops provide an immersive learning experience where students can explore the science behind sound through a series of interactive experiments. Some of the exciting topics we cover include:

• How Sound is Made: Learn about vibration, frequency, and amplitude (volume).
• How Sound Travels: Explore different mediums, longitudinal waves, and pressure waves.
• Where Sound Goes: Understand concepts like reflection, absorption, and the real-world applications of sound (including hearing and noise pollution).

To make these concepts come to life, we bring a variety of hands-on equipment for students to engage with, including:

• Theremin: A unique, hands-on electronic instrument that lets students control sound using their movements.
• Large Model Ear: A visual tool to help explain the anatomy of hearing.
• Telegraph Key: Learn about Morse Code, simple circuits, and the history of long-distance communication.
• Chladni Plates: Watch beautiful sand patterns emerge when sound vibrations interact with a surface.
• Real Fruit & Vegetables: See how tapping everyday conductive objects can create musical sounds!

Our expert instructors guide students through each experiment, ensuring that they not only understand the science but also see it in action. By combining theory with hands-on learning, students are more likely to retain and apply their knowledge long after the workshop ends.

Perfect for Science and Music Curriculum

Our workshops can support building meaningful scientific understanding to enhance your science curriculum, supplement music lessons, or integrate sound experiments into a broader STEAM/STEM event. We can tailor our sessions to fit the needs of various age groups and educational settings, including:

• EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
• Key Stage 1 & 2 (Primary)
• Key Stage 3 (Secondary)

We also offer Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) adaptations, ensuring that all students can enjoy and benefit from the workshop at their own pace.

What Teachers Are Saying

We’re always thrilled to hear how much our workshops resonate with both students and teachers:

“Thank you for coming along to our school. The feedback from parents and carers has been fantastic, and we’ve continued their learning back in the classroom following the workshop. The children thoroughly enjoyed the workshops and how practical and engaging they were.”
St Andrew’s Primary, London

“The School of Noise workshop was absolutely fantastic! Dan’s explanations were engaging and accessible for all children. The children were extremely excited throughout the workshop and eager to understand the science behind sound and explore all of the many resources provided. Dan made sure to provide adjustments and differentiated activities for children with SEN concerns, ensuring that every child was engaged. We would strongly recommend the School of Noise workshop!”
Akiva School, London

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Workshop Details

We offer flexible session lengths to suit your schedule. Each workshop can last for:

• 1 hour
• 1.5 hours
• 2 hours

This allows you to select the duration that works best for your school’s timetable and class sizes. Whether you’re running a single session or multiple classes, we can accommodate your needs.

Get in Touch

We’d love to bring the science of sound to your school! If you have any specific needs or ideas, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. We’re happy to tailor the workshop to your curriculum or help with any special requests.

Contact us today to book your Science of Sound workshop and make learning about sound an unforgettable experience for your students!