Schools sessions
Book one of our free interactive sessions to get even closer to the museum’s objects and stories – creatively designed to link with the curriculum.

The Blitz: Ken’s Second World War story
Autumn term 2025 – Spring term 2026
KS2
What can eyewitness accounts tell us about life during the Blitz?

The Blitz through Connie's eyes
Autumn term 2025 – Spring term 2026
KS2
Use eyewitness accounts, documents and photographs to build a picture of children's lives during the Blitz

Life in the Victorian docks
Autumn term 2025 – Summer term 2026
KS2
Explore 19th-century artefacts in this investigative object handling session

River rhythms
Autumn term 2025 – Summer term 2026
EYFS, KS1
Go on a sensory journey through Docklands' history with song, dance and play

London, Sugar & Slavery enquiry day
Autumn term 2025 – Summer term 2026
KS3
Explore London’s links to the British trade in enslaved Africans in this anti-racist study day
More for schools
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Free in-gallery activities for schools
In June and July 2025 bring Docklands' stories to life with historical characters and object handling
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SEND schools days
The perfect opportunity for SEND school groups to explore our museum
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Teachers' Network
Join our network for regular news and priority booking
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Mudlarks family gallery
Get hands-on in our interactive play area for under-8s