STEM Activities for Kids in London
Operation Ouch: Quest for the Jurassic Fart
Following four sell-out Australian tours and two smash-hit seasons in London’s West End, Dr Chris and Dr Xand are back in the UK with OPERATION OUCH: QUEST FOR THE JURASSIC FART! – a roarsome show packed with all-new crazy experiments at Royal Festival Hall this Christmas! Dr Chris and Dr Xand van Tulleken are Oxford University trained doctors and still work in medicine. Dr Chris is an infectious diseases doctor at UCLH, one of the BBC’s leading science presenters and a New York Times bestselling author. Dr Xand’s main interest and expertise lie in public health medicine, humanitarian aid and anthropology. He is the resident doctor on BBC’s Morning Live. As well as 12 seasons of Operation Ouch!, both doctors have presented an incredible variety of television specials and podcasts. What is Operation Ouch: Quest for the Jurassic Fart! about? Travel back to the age of the dinosaurs as the doctors make you laugh-a-saurus and gross you out all at the same time through the fascinating world of science.
Mon 22 Dec - Fri 2 Jan
11:00 AM - 12:20 PM
Theatre Show • 5-12 years • £29.00
SE1, Southbank Centre
Christmas Science Holiday Camps Hampstead
Every year the MNS Christmas December Winter Science Holiday Club St John's Wood inspires thousands of budding scientists, during all school Holidays, summer and even the half-term breaks at premium Partner School Venues. ✔️ Designed as a week-long camp, for maximum educational and social development benefit to your child ✔️ For Kids Girls and Boys Ages 5-12yrs – Only ✔️ Taking place at locations across London ✔️ Running Every School Holidays ✔️ All Childcare Vouchers, GTFC, CGPS and UC Accepted ✔️ New Hands-on, Safe, Fun, Educational Face-to-Face, STEM Activities every school holiday ✔️ Indoor and Outdoor Activities ✔️ No-Quibble Refunds ✔️ The No. 1 Parent-Trusted Premium Holiday Science Activity Camp for Over 15+ Years 🏆 Voted 'Best Holiday Camps' by Parents in the Hoop Awards About Mother Nature Science Camps For more than 30 years Internationally, Mother Nature Science (M.N.E.S Ltd. / Mother Nature Educational Services Ltd.) has been delivering the best top-quality, curriculum-linked, educational science programmes and activities to children aged 5-12. Our Vision Inspiring a Generation of children through a love of science. Our Mission To inspire all children to find a lifelong love of science and learning, through hands-on, enquiry-based practical activities that allow children to explore, discover, and grow. Our Strategy To Achieve our Mission, we Ensure All Our Sessions Are – Safe, Fun, Hands-On and Educational – Safe: All our sessions are thoroughly risk-assessed, and every instructor is required to pass mandatory enhanced police check and hold a first-aid qualification, ensuring the highest standards of safety. – Fun: We engage children with popular themes designed to spark their imagination and make learning an exciting and enjoyable experience. – Hands-On: Led by experienced instructors, our activities use everyday materials that children can find in their surroundings, encouraging creativity and active participation. – Educational: Continuously refined to align with updates in the UK National Curriculum, modern teaching methods, and scientific advancements, our sessions deliver high-quality STEAM education to children and schools across the UK.
Mon 15 Dec - Fri 19 Dec
08:30 AM - 04:00 PM
Holiday Camp • 5-12 years • £110.00
NW3, St. Christopher's School
LEGO STEAM Course
We are delighted to announce our new LEGO® drop-off course for pre-schoolers 3 – 5 years old! It’s a fun and active course about the importance of being part of a community, where we will discuss and build key social skills. The course will encourage an early love for STEAM concepts of science, technology, engineering, art and maths, fostering a natural curiosity for how things work. Pre-schoolers will develop academic, social, and cognitive skills through building activities, role-playing and idea-sharing, as they complete each lesson. • Science & maths – learn basic building skills. • Independence – develop life-readiness skills. • Social skills – learn teamwork and group collaboration. Membership Prices Standard: £80/4 weeks - 1 class per week + unlimited open gym/softplay Gold: £100/4 weeks - Unlimited access to classes per week + unlimited open gym/softplay About Gymboree Play & Music Hampstead Gymboree Play & Music Hampstead is run by the lovely Parvaneh and her team upstairs in the O2 Centre on Finchley Road, NW3. They cover a large area around North West London, up to Hampstead and Brondesbury, down to Kilburn Park and St John’s Wood, West to Queen’s Park, and East to Belsize Park and Primrose Hill, and everywhere in between! They offer sensory classes for babies, baby massage courses, our famous Play & Learn classes for all little ones who are on the move, as well as art, music, pre-school, and Theatre Arts for all ages up to 5 years old. They also offer a range of fabulously fun birthday parties.
Wed 17 Dec - Sun 21 Dec
04:00 PM - 04:45 PM
Stem • 3-5 years • £20.00
NW3, O2 Centre, 1st Floor
December Winter Tech Camp
Give your child a fun and meaningful holiday experience! Our 2-day Winter Tech Camp (for ages 7–14) is packed with exciting, hands-on activities that inspire learning and confidence: 💡 3D Design – create festive 3D models 🤖 Robotics Special Project – build and program real robots 🎮 Game Creation & Minecraft EDU – learn, play, and code in creative ways 🎨 STEM Challenges – teamwork, problem-solving, and innovation 🏸 Indoor sports & games – active fun in a warm, safe space Children can have a go at creating their own mobile app or building a website to exploring robotics or producing a TV show – our camps are designed to inspire curiosity, confidence and creativity in children and teens. We offer a wide variety of sessions to suit different ages and interests. Activities can be tailored to fit different timeframes and locations, making them a perfect addition to any holiday camp schedule. What ComputerXplorers London Central do Preparing Children For The Future At ComputerXplorers, we’re dedicated to preparing children for the future by igniting their passion for technology and computing. We offer a wide range of engaging learning experiences designed to reach children wherever they are, whether it’s through after-school computing clubs, enriching nursery classes, dynamic holiday and weekend camps, support for home schools, or educational programs at museums, festivals, and even hospitals. Our commitment extends to enhancing traditional education. We integrate specialist ICT and computing classes into core curricula, providing valuable STEM skill development while offering teachers cover during PPA time. Safety is our priority, and we’ve implemented COVID-secure protocols to ensure everyone’s well-being. When you choose ComputerXplorers, you gain access to experienced instructors, meticulously crafted lesson plans, cutting-edge software, and state-of-the-art technology. Our programs are highly adaptable, allowing us to tailor the learning experience to your child’s unique needs and interests. Most importantly, our classes are designed to be enjoyable, educational, and engaging, sparking your child’s curiosity and passion for computing. Join us on this exciting educational journey where your child’s future takes center stage. Together, we empower the next generation with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in an ever-evolving digital world.
Mon 22 Dec - Tue 23 Dec
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Stem • 7-14 years • £53.00
E20, Harris Academy Chobham
Saturday Coding Academy
Get your child ready for 2026 coding! What your child will get: • Hands-on coding projects — games and mini challenges. • Problem-solving & creative thinking — learn how to think like a coder. • Confidence & teamwork — small group learning encourages sharing and collaboration. • STEM foundation — build skills that open doors to future tech learning. Join us every week at ComputerXplorers Academy for a tech adventure like no other. Children from the age of 3 and up explore a huge range of technology expertly guided by our friendly tutors. With fun sessions on everything from coding, robotics and physical computing to web design, creative 3D animation and digital arts there is something to spark every child’s creativity. Our small groups encourage collaboration and problem-solving, celebrating each child’s achievement while building self-confidence. It’s the perfect way to prepare children for a technology-driven future. Ages: 7–14 | Pricing: £12 per session (pay-as-you-go) or £10 per session (monthly subscription)
Sat 20 Dec - Sat 20 Dec
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Coding, IT • 7-14 years • £10.00
E20, Harris Academy Chobham
Storytelling and Animation Coding Class
Fun and interactive coding classes by experienced software developers teaching kids the fundamental coding concepts by creating games and stories using Scratch. At Mini Developer we believe that a Fun and Interactive environment is the best way to help children learn and grow. Not only do we target the Early learning of coding, but we also strive to help children evolve their soft skills. We will assist them to be more creative and collaborative in addition to becoming better problem solvers and logical thinkers. We offer both in-person and online coding classes for ages 6 and above.
Tue 6 Jan - Wed 25 Mar
05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Coding, IT • 6-8 years • Free
W5, Haven Green Baptist Church
Website Development Coding Class
Want to build your own customised website?! Learn how to create and build fun, engaging, and useful websites that can be used by people all over the world! In this course you will learn: • HTML (the Hypertext Markup Language) • CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) • JavaScript ✅ User experience (UX) ✅ User interface (UI) ✅ Frontend Development ✅ Backend Development About Mini Developer At Mini Developer we believe that a Fun and Interactive environment is the best way to help children learn and grow. Not only do we target the Early learning of coding, but we also strive to help children evolve their soft skills. We will assist them to be more creative and collaborative in addition to becoming better problem solvers and logical thinkers. We offer both in-person and online coding classes.
Tue 6 Jan - Wed 25 Mar
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Coding, IT • 8-10 years • Free
W5, Haven Green Baptist Church
Python Coding Class
Fun and interactive coding classes by experienced software developers teaching kids how to create games and programs using Python. Coding is a fun multidisciplinary activity that engages the mind and provides huge benefits for children. Understand how applications you use everyday on different devices are created and built. Coding prepares children for the digital future! In this course you will learn: 🧑🏫 Basic Syntax and Keywords 👨💻Data Types: Numbers, Characters, Booleans, Strings ✅ Variables ✅ Basic Operators ✅ Console I/O ✅ Decision Making (Conditions) ✅ Loops ✅ Arrays This course boosts paramount skills: • Problem-solving • Computational thinking • Creativity • Persistence • Digital Literacy About Mini Developer At Mini Developer we believe that a Fun and Interactive environment is the best way to help children learn and grow. Not only do we target the Early learning of coding, but we also strive to help children evolve their soft skills. We will assist them to be more creative and collaborative in addition to becoming better problem solvers and logical thinkers. We offer both in-person and online coding classes.
Wed 7 Jan - Wed 25 Mar
05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Coding, IT • 8-10 years • Free
W5, Haven Green Baptist Church
Python Coding Class 2
Fun and interactive coding classes by experienced software developers teaching kids how to create games and programs using Python. At Mini Developer we believe that a Fun and Interactive environment is the best way to help children learn and grow. Not only do we target the Early learning of coding, but we also strive to help children evolve their soft skills. We will assist them to be more creative and collaborative in addition to becoming better problem solvers and logical thinkers. We offer both in-person and online coding classes.
Wed 7 Jan - Wed 25 Mar
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Coding, IT • 10-12 years • Free
W5, Haven Green Baptist Church
Ministry of Science LIVE
Direct from London’s West End. Over the last few years, Science has led the way in getting our lives back to normal. Now, the UK’s favourite science team is back and more explosive than ever! Join our presenters as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how science shapes the modern world we live in with a few loud bangs along the way! They’ll take an anarchic approach to science communication whilst looking at the scientists, engineers, and inventors who have shaped the modern world that we live in whilst proving that each and every one of you have the ability to change our world for the better! Expect 20ft LIQUID NITROGEN clouds, exploding OXYGEN & HYDROGEN balloons, FIRE TORNADOS, HYDROGEN bottle rockets, ignited METHANE and even a self-built Hovercraft!
Sun 3 May - Sun 3 May
11:30 AM - 01:20 PM
Theatre Show • 6-12 years • £15.00
TW9, Richmond Theatre
Christmas Science Holiday Camps Mill Hill
Every year the MNS Christmas December Winter Science Holiday Club St John's Wood inspires thousands of budding scientists, during all school Holidays, summer and even the half-term breaks at premium Partner School Venues. ✔️ Designed as a week-long camp, for maximum educational and social development benefit to your child ✔️ For Kids Girls and Boys Ages 5-12yrs – Only ✔️ Taking place at locations across London ✔️ Running Every School Holidays ✔️ All Childcare Vouchers, GTFC, CGPS and UC Accepted ✔️ New Hands-on, Safe, Fun, Educational Face-to-Face, STEM Activities every school holiday ✔️ Indoor and Outdoor Activities ✔️ No-Quibble Refunds ✔️ The No. 1 Parent-Trusted Premium Holiday Science Activity Camp for Over 15+ Years 🏆 Voted 'Best Holiday Camps' by Parents in the Hoop Awards About Mother Nature Science Camps For more than 30 years Internationally, Mother Nature Science (M.N.E.S Ltd. / Mother Nature Educational Services Ltd.) has been delivering the best top-quality, curriculum-linked, educational science programmes and activities to children aged 5-12. Our Vision Inspiring a Generation of children through a love of science. Our Mission To inspire all children to find a lifelong love of science and learning, through hands-on, enquiry-based practical activities that allow children to explore, discover, and grow. Our Strategy To Achieve our Mission, we Ensure All Our Sessions Are – Safe, Fun, Hands-On and Educational – Safe: All our sessions are thoroughly risk-assessed, and every instructor is required to pass mandatory enhanced police check and hold a first-aid qualification, ensuring the highest standards of safety. – Fun: We engage children with popular themes designed to spark their imagination and make learning an exciting and enjoyable experience. – Hands-On: Led by experienced instructors, our activities use everyday materials that children can find in their surroundings, encouraging creativity and active participation. – Educational: Continuously refined to align with updates in the UK National Curriculum, modern teaching methods, and scientific advancements, our sessions deliver high-quality STEAM education to children and schools across the UK.
Mon 15 Dec - Fri 19 Dec
08:30 AM - 04:00 PM
Holiday Camp • 5-12 years • £95.00
NW7, Mill Hill School
Christmas Science Holiday Camps Surbiton
Every year the MNS Christmas December Winter Science Holiday Club St John's Wood inspires thousands of budding scientists, during all school Holidays, summer and even the half-term breaks at premium Partner School Venues. ✔️ Designed as a week-long camp, for maximum educational and social development benefit to your child ✔️ For Kids Girls and Boys Ages 5-12yrs – Only ✔️ Taking place at locations across London ✔️ Running Every School Holidays ✔️ All Childcare Vouchers, GTFC, CGPS and UC Accepted ✔️ New Hands-on, Safe, Fun, Educational Face-to-Face, STEM Activities every school holiday ✔️ Indoor and Outdoor Activities ✔️ No-Quibble Refunds ✔️ The No. 1 Parent-Trusted Premium Holiday Science Activity Camp for Over 15+ Years 🏆 Voted 'Best Holiday Camps' by Parents in the Hoop Awards About Mother Nature Science Camps For more than 30 years Internationally, Mother Nature Science (M.N.E.S Ltd. / Mother Nature Educational Services Ltd.) has been delivering the best top-quality, curriculum-linked, educational science programmes and activities to children aged 5-12. Our Vision Inspiring a Generation of children through a love of science. Our Mission To inspire all children to find a lifelong love of science and learning, through hands-on, enquiry-based practical activities that allow children to explore, discover, and grow. Our Strategy To Achieve our Mission, we Ensure All Our Sessions Are – Safe, Fun, Hands-On and Educational – Safe: All our sessions are thoroughly risk-assessed, and every instructor is required to pass mandatory enhanced police check and hold a first-aid qualification, ensuring the highest standards of safety. – Fun: We engage children with popular themes designed to spark their imagination and make learning an exciting and enjoyable experience. – Hands-On: Led by experienced instructors, our activities use everyday materials that children can find in their surroundings, encouraging creativity and active participation. – Educational: Continuously refined to align with updates in the UK National Curriculum, modern teaching methods, and scientific advancements, our sessions deliver high-quality STEAM education to children and schools across the UK.
Mon 15 Dec - Fri 19 Dec
08:30 AM - 04:00 PM
Holiday Camp • 5-12 years • £125.00
KT6, Shrewsbury House School
