Science Club - Light Investigators

Experiment with the laws of light and make illuminating discoveries at November’s Science Club for ages 5-9. Bright young investigators create hidden mirror pictures, see rainbow colours everywhere with prism power and make a kaleidoscope to take home!

Using mirrors and torches, we’ll bend light around corners, do a little target practice and test materials to see if they are transparent, opaque, translucent or reflective. Experiment with invisible infrared and a thermal imaging camera; or, glow up objects from bank notes to tonic water with UV ultraviolet light!

Suitable for ages 5-9 (accompanied by an adult)

What is included in your ticket:

90 minute club session for one child and accompanying adult

Access to:

- Access to the woodland and outdoor areas (bring a change of clothes for the Water Lab) from 10am–5pm (last entry 4.30pm)

- Parking (limited availability)

- Café 10am - 4pm

What is NOT included:

- Access to the Exploration Zone

-Planetarium show (admission to the planetarium show requires both a club and a planetarium ticket) - See below for booking information

Event Details

All Saturday Club sessions must be accompanied by an adult. These family workshops are designed for you and your child to learn from each other and work together while trying out new things. Led by our expert club leaders with bespoke activities designed to provide science-inspired fun challenges. There is a different theme each week so we and you are always learning something new!

Planetarium Show (New monthly pop-up feature! - Club ticket required)

Discover the scale of the universe in an out-of-this-world planetarium show that will transport you to space! Explore planets, stars, our galaxy, and beyond in this immersive experience inside our inflatable planetarium.

Each 30-minute session includes the show, a brief Q&A, and time to enter and exit the planetarium.

Show times:

Please queue 10 minutes before your planetarium show time.

11:45AM – 12:15PM

13:00PM - 13:30PM

14:00PM - 14:30PM

You can choose any planetarium show time that fits your plans — before or after your club.

Admission to the planetarium show requires both a club and a £3 Planetarium Ticket. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No entry for under 3s.

Due to the nature of the inflatable planetarium, capacity is limited to 25 people per show for safety and comfort. Booking early is recommended to avoid disappointment.

Family day tickets must also be purchased separately if you wish to access the Exploration Zone.

To purchase a £3 planetarium show ticket in addition to your club ticket, please visit the November 1st Family Day event page here. Use the code CLUB-PLANETARIUM-ONLY to unlock the option to buy a planetarium ticket without a Family Day ticket. You’ll be able to view availability for each show time and choose the one that suits you best.

Emira's Kitchen

Emira's Kitchen café at the Science Oxford Centre is open on Saturdays from 10am-4pm, serving hot and cold drinks, snacks and rolls. Families are welcome to bring picnics to eat at our lunch tables.

Additional Support

If you are attending a club and require a carer ticket, please get in touch to discuss how best we can support yourself or your child to access the activities. Please contact us for more information at events@scienceoxford.com.

Sessions:

10am - 11.30am

12.30pm - 2pm

3pm - 4.30pm

Suitable for ages 5-9 (accompanied by an adult)

£15 per club ticket (includes Eventbrite booking fee. Admits one child and accompanying adult.

£5 additional adult/s ticket admittance to Science Club and outside areas / café. All attendees need a ticket, for under 3’s we recommend the Family day instead.

For information on our refund policy and event terms and conditions visit here. If you cannot attend, you can request a refund or transfer your ticket to another day yourself via Eventbrite

Science Oxford Centre visiting information and FAQs please visit here.

Important notice: Centre works

Due to the ongoing site improvement works, you may notice some changes to the area immediately outside the centre. There may be temporary diversions in place directing access to the woodland and trails. If you have any queries, please contact us via events@scienceoxford.com or 01865 810000. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we complete these necessary improvements.