Bring your curriculum to life at Maidstone Museum.
We offer a range of sessions for schools, from hands-on workshops to self-guided visits, virtual learning and loan boxes. Whether you’re planning a structured session or a more flexible visit, we’re here to support you.
Workshops
Curriculum-linked sessions led by our team, using real objects, stories and hands-on activities. Our workshops use real museum objects, stories and interactive activities to support curriculum learning. Sessions take place in our bespoke learning spaces.
Loan Boxes
Loan boxes bring museum objects and resources into your classroom, supporting curriculum topics before or after your visit. Themes include areas such as Ancient Egypt and local history, with artefacts, replica objects and activity materials to support learning. 44 boxes available covering 24 themes.
Self-guided visits
Self-guided visits are a flexible way to explore the museum at your own pace using structured gallery activities linked to curriculum topics. To help us manage capacity and ensure a smooth experience for all visitors, we ask that all school groups book in advance.
Download ready-to-use resources to support your visit:
Anglo Saxon gallery activity
pdf / 115kb
Ancient Egyptian gallery activity
pdf / 92kb
Roman gallery activity
pdf / 145kb
Stone, Bronze and Iron Age activity
pdf / 103kb
Lives in our Landscape
pdf / 574kb
Virtual learning
Bring the museum into your classroom with live virtual sessions on topics including Ancient Egypt, the Stone Age and dinosaurs. Suitable for EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
SEND
We offer needs adapted sessions and support to create a calm, supportive environment where students can explore and participate comfortably.
KS3–5
Sessions and resources designed for older students. We offer a limited number of workshops tailored for secondary school students along with careers workshops.
Arts awards
Arts Award is a nationally recognised creative qualification for children and young people.
Before your school visit
Everything you need to prepare for your visit, including arrival, facilities and practical information.
Not sure what’s right for your group?
We’re happy to help you choose the best option based on your topic, group size and learning goals.