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Biology Workshops

Immersive Experiences have been developing memorable workshops for years. Our Hands on Biology workshops are available both virtually and in-person for both schools and private party bookings.

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hands-on STEM workshops
KS1–KS5
plus families and adults
45–60 min
typical workshop length
UK-wide
in person or virtual
Biology workshops

Choose a workshop

Every workshop can be adapted to your year groups and topics, in person or virtually.

STEM Workshop: Food Chains

Food Chains

By the end of the workshop, students will:

  • Gain an understanding of the food chain, including how energy is transferred through organisms in nature.
⏱ 45 – 60 minutes
Curriculum links

Curriculum links

  • Working scientifically
  • Animals, including humans
  • Living things and their habitats

The workshop can be adapted for all ages. Please contact us for more information.

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STEM Workshop: DNA

DNA

By the end of the workshop, students will:

  • Gain an understanding of what DNA is made of, and why it is important to us.
⏱ 45 – 60 minutes
Curriculum links

Curriculum links

  • Working scientifically
  • Animals, including humans
  • Living things and their habitats
  • Evolution and inheritance

The workshop can be adapted for all ages. Please contact us for more information.

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STEM Workshop: Human Bodies

Human Bodies

By the end of the workshop, students will:

  • Gain an understanding of the inner workings of the human body, including the roles of our organs.
  • Learn about the senses.
  • Dissect a pigs heart to gain a better comprehension of the organ.
⏱ 45 – 60 minutes
Curriculum links

Curriculum links

  • Working scientifically
  • Animals, including humans

The workshop can be adapted for all ages. Please contact us for more information.

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STEM Workshop: Working Scientifically

Working Scientifically

By the end of the workshop, students will:

  • Gain an understanding of how the scientific method works.
  • Understand what science is for and why we should trust scientists’ results.
⏱ 45 – 60 minutes
Curriculum links

Curriculum links

  • Working scientifically

The workshop can be adapted for all ages. Please contact us for more information.

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Dinosaurs

Dinosaurs

By the end of the workshop, students will:

  • Gain an understanding of dinosaurs as animals, paleontology, and the techniques used to study dinosaurs.
⏱ 45 – 60 minutes
Curriculum links

Curriculum links

  • Working scientifically
  • Animals, including humans
  • Living things and their habitats

The workshop can be adapted for all ages. Please contact us for more information.

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STEM Workshop: Plants and Trees

Plants and Trees

By the end of the workshop, students will:

  • Gain an appreciation of the importance of plants and trees to us.
⏱ 45 – 60 minutes
Curriculum links

Curriculum links

  • Working scientifically
  • Plants

The workshop can be adapted for all ages. Please contact us for more information.

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STEM Workshop: Sight

Sight

By the end of the workshop, students will:

  • Gain an understanding of how the eyes work, and its different components.
⏱ 45 – 60 minutes
Curriculum links

Curriculum links

  • Working scientifically
  • Animals, including humans

The workshop can be adapted for all ages. Please contact us for more information.

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Children Playing STEM Games

Biology Game

By the end of the workshop, students will:

  • Gain an understanding of the differences between bacteria and viruses.
  • Appreciate the uses of medicine and consider the future of science.
Ages 7+⏱ 45 – 60 minutes
Curriculum links

Curriculum links

  • Working scientifically
  • Animals, including humans
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How it works

From enquiry to lift-off

Enquire

Tell us your date, year groups and numbers. We'll recommend the right experience and package.

Plan your day

We agree your timetable and match sessions to your curriculum topics and SEND needs.

We arrive and set up

Our team sets up, runs every session, then packs everything away.

Keep learning

Follow up with our free teacher resources back in the classroom.

What teachers say

Schools book us again, and again

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"Fantastic day, the pupils were amazed and really engaged. Immersive Experiences staff were really helpful both when booking and on the day, I wouldn't hesitate to book again!"
Billie ElliottScience Co-ordinator, Moor Hey School
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"The level of questioning from the children always amazes me - an inspiring day for everyone."
Trustpilot reviewMarch 2025
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"It was the WOW factor of science week and we will definitely book again!"
Trustpilot reviewMarch 2023
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Documents available on request

Please contact us for:

  • Terms and Conditions
  • Risk Assessments & Method Statements
  • Insurance certificates (public liability, indemnity, employers' liability)
  • Fire Certificate, PAT Certificate
  • Child Protection & Audience Code of Conduct

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FAQs

Your questions answered

Which biology workshops can we book?

Options include Food Chains, DNA, Human Bodies, Sight, Plants and Trees, Dinosaurs and the Biotical bacteria and virus game.

Do any biology workshops include dissections?

Yes. The Sight workshop includes a pig’s-eye dissection, Human Bodies includes a heart dissection, and Food Chains includes dissecting owl pellets.

How long is a biology workshop?

Most workshops run for 45–60 minutes and can be adapted for all ages, in person or virtually.

Book a biology workshop

Tell us your dates, year groups and topics and we’ll put together the right workshops for your school.