School visits
Planning your visit
Plan a self-led visit to the Museum to see the permanent collection or special exhibitions, or combine your visit with a facilitated session.
It's a good idea to come and see the Museum before your visit. Whatever your plans, please book in advance via the Ticket Desk to make sure you get the most out of your trip.
Self-led visits
There are visit resources, information sheets and activity ideas available for many galleries.
Full list of downloadable resources
School sessions
Combine your visit with a workshop led by the Museum's Schools team.
Exhibition visits
We offer a schools programme alongside all of our special exhibitions including free access to special exhibitions for all school groups.
More about our special exhibitions school programmes
For further advice on planning your visit, contact the Schools team.
Booking your visit
Contact the Ticket Desk
+44 (0)20 7323 8181
What you need to know
Before you call or email us to book your visit, please have the following information ready:
• 1st, 2nd and 3rd choice of date and time
• Number of students and adults
• Galleries you want to visit
• Access or special requirements
Please note that only bookings made directly by schools will be accepted. We do not accept bookings from third parties.
Confirmation should be within two weeks.
Cancellation
If you are not able to attend a session you must inform the Ticket Desk at least 14 days before the session date.
Please see full terms and conditions for further information
Gallery availability
Please book at least one term in advance and wait for confirmation before making travel plans. Greek and Egyptian galleries book up quickly. Opening times of some galleries may be limited at short notice – you will be contacted if necessary.
Access and special educational needs
The majority of galleries and all special exhibitions are fully accessible. There is a range of facilities for visual, hearing and mobility impaired students.
Risk assessments
All the information you need to enable you to complete your risk assessment for a trip to the Museum, including information about sessions taught by Museum staff.
Safeguarding
You can access the Museum’s safeguarding policy here.
For your visit
Travel
Coach parties are advised to use the metered parking at Montague Place. There is space for up to 6 coaches.
Accessing facilities for schools
The Clore Centre for Education, the Ford Centre for Young Visitors and the Samsung Digital Discovery Centre can be accessed via the Great Court. Take the stairs on the east side of the Great Court down to the lower levels.
Accessing the galleries
Explore these interactive maps to help you navigate the Museum.
Lunch space and lockers
You can book a lunch space and lockers in the Ford Centre for Young Visitors. Please ask for more details when booking your visit.
Visit resources
Download free resources, information sheets and activity ideas for your visit.