Education – Spacetime

Spacetime Education

Space-themed Workshops, Enrichment Days, Courses & FREE School Assemblies. From Key Stage 1 to University, Spacetime inspires students through high-impact, space-themed experiential learning that ignites curiosity and fosters a lasting interest in Space & STEM.

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WHAT WE OFFER

Programmes for Every Age & Educational Setting

Discover our range of programmes designed to inspire students and support educators across primary, secondary, further, and higher education.

Our programmes are designed to complement the UK National Curriculum, support teachers, and give students meaningful exposure to real-world science, engineering, and space careers.

Oxford Summer Space & AI Course 2026

A flagship residential programme for ages 12–18, hosted in the prestigious academic environment of Oxford University. Students explore space science, AI, engineering, and future careers through immersive, hands-on learning delivered by astronauts, industry professionals and Oxford University professors.

Explore Oxford Space Course 2026

Workshops & Enrichment Days

Bring space directly into your school or organisation. We offer bespoke, packaged workshops and enrichment days for students aged 5–24, combining hands-on activities, immersive technology, and real-world context.

Learn about our Space & STEM activities

Free School Assemblies

A free 30-minute space assembly delivered to your school by one of our space professionals. A great way of inspiring your students in Space & STEM. Our team can cater for a range of topics including: Space Suits, Meteorites, Rockets, Planetary Science and more!

Enquire for a Free Space Assembly

Online Space Course

An interactive 6-week online programme for students between 13-21+ eager to go beyond the classroom. Explore black holes, rockets, planetary science, and the cutting edge of space exploration through structured lessons and expert-led online sessions.

Explore Online Space Course

Live Online Q/A with a Rocket Scientist

An interactive 1-hour live online Q&A session led by Stephen Ringler, a former NASA rocket scientist with over 20 years of experience across NASA, the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and the global space sector.

Book your spot for 2026

Space Intro for Business

A concise, interactive online course designed to introduce non-space professionals to the fundamentals of the space sector and its growing impact on business, policy, and innovation. More information and availability coming in 2026.

Coming in 2026

SPACE-THEMED EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

Workshops & Enrichment Days That Inspire

We offer a portfolio of 20+ hands-on space and STEM activities for students aged 5–24. Activities can be delivered individually or combined to create bespoke half-day or full-day programmes tailored to your curriculum needs.

Satellite Treasure Hunt

SATELLITE TREASURE HUNT

Become a satellite! Learn how satellites take images of the Earth and identify objects within the image.

Duration: 15-20 minutes
Recommended Ages: 5-13 years

Space Virtual Reality

SPACE VIRTUAL REALITY

Step inside immersive virtual space environments and explore planets, moons, spacecraft, and orbital missions without leaving the classroom. Students experience space concepts first-hand, helping to build understanding through visualisation and interaction.

Duration: 5-15 minutes per virtual reality experince
Recommended Ages: 7-18 years

Replica Astronaut Space Suits

REPLICA ASTRONAUT SPACE SUITS

Students try on high-quality replica astronaut space suits and learn how they protect astronauts in the extreme conditions of space. The activity introduces life-support systems, human spaceflight, and the challenges of working beyond Earth.

Duration: 15-30 minutes
Recommended Ages: 5-18 years

Space & STEM Bricks

SPACE & STEM Bricks

Design, build, and test engineering solutions using LEGO to solve space-themed challenges. Students explore core engineering concepts such as structures, mechanisms, and problem-solving through hands-on, collaborative play.

Duration: 45-90 minutes
Recommended Ages: 7-18 years

Astronaut Glove Box

ASTRONAUT GLOVE BOX

Experience the challenge of working in space by completing precision tasks while wearing replica astronaut gloves. This activity demonstrates the effects of bulky equipment on dexterity and problem-solving.

Duration: 15-30 minutes
Recommended Ages: 5-14 years

Q/A with a Rocket Scientist

Q/A WITH A ROCKET SCIENTIST

Students engage in a live or in-person Q&A session with a real rocket scientist or space engineer. The session explores space missions, engineering challenges, and career pathways in the space sector (or any other bespoke topic in Space).

Duration: 30-60 minutes
Recommended Ages: 5-18 years

Augmented Reality

AUGMENTED REALITY

Use augmented reality to bring spacecraft, planets, and satellites into the classroom. Students interact with digital models layered onto the real world, supporting deeper understanding of space systems and environments.

Duration: 15-30 minutes
Recommended Ages: 5-18 years

Space Talks

SPACE TALKS

Inspiring, age-appropriate talks delivered by space industry professionals covering space exploration, current missions, and future careers. Sessions are designed to spark curiosity and broaden students’ awareness of STEM pathways.

Duration: 30-60 minutes
Recommended Ages: 5-18 years

Meteorites

METEORITES

Handle real meteorites and learn how scientists identify, classify, and study material from space. This activity connects geology, chemistry, and astronomy through tangible, hands-on exploration with genuine authenticated space rocks.

Duration: 15-30 minutes
Recommended Ages: 7-18 years

Astronaut Training Exercises

ASTRONAUT TRAINING EXERCISES

Physical and cognitive exercises inspired by real astronaut training programmes. Students learn how astronauts prepare for spaceflight while developing teamwork, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Duration: 15-30 minutes
Recommended Ages: 5-16 years

Space Elevator

SPACE ELEVATOR

Forget rockets. What if you could get to space by simply… going up?
That’s the big question behind this workshop, where students team up to build model space elevators out of K’NEX. It sounds wild, but space elevators are a real concept being seriously explored by engineers and scientists around the world — and now your students get to wrestle with the same challenges.

Working in teams, they’ll figure out how to keep a structure stable, how to manage tension and forces, and what happens when their first (and second) design doesn’t quite hold up.

The best moments in this session come from the rebuilding — the “wait, what if we tried it this way?” conversations that happen naturally when students are genuinely invested in solving a problem together.

There’s real physics happening, real engineering thinking, and usually a healthy amount of friendly competition. It’s messy, energetic, and exactly the kind of lesson students talk about afterwards.

Duration: 45-90 minutes
Recommended Ages: 5-16 years

Build a Satellite

BUILD A SATELLITE

Design and assemble a model cube-satellite while learning about real spacecraft subsystems such as power, communications, and payloads. Students gain insight into how satellites are engineered and why they are critical to modern life.

Duration: 45-90 minutes
Recommended Ages: 11-18 years

Coding Activities

CODING ACTIVITIES

Learn the basics of coding through space-themed challenges linked to satellites, robotics, and data. Activities introduce logical thinking and problem-solving in an accessible, engaging way.

Duration: 45-90 minutes
Recommended Ages: 8-18 years

OUR TEAM

Meet the Team

Spacetime Education is led by a multidisciplinary team with experience across space industry, education, and outreach, dedicated to inspiring the next generation through authentic, engaging learning.

Stephen Ringler, CEO

Stephen Ringler is the Founder and CEO of Spacetime, with nearly 25 years of experience in the global space sector. Trained as an aerospace engineer, Stephen has worked across engineering, programme leadership, and business development roles, supporting space missions, satellite programmes, and advanced technology projects in both the UK and the US.

Julian Hitchman, Director of Operations

Julian Hitchman is the Director of Operations and Outreach at Spacetime, leading Spacetime Education, Services, and Retail. He brings broad experience across the space, education, and technology sectors, focusing on partnerships, programme delivery, and expanding access to impactful space education.

Lakshya Sethi, Head of IT & Systems

Lakshya Sethi is the Head of Operations at Spacetime, leading the delivery of experiential space education programmes. With a background in Aerospace Engineering and STEM education, he ensures programmes are engaging, relevant, and aligned with real-world space careers.

Lea Ringler, Head of Educational Outreach

Lea Ringler is the Head of Educational Outreach at Spacetime Development, leading the delivery of school clubs, enrichment activities, and education programmes for young people aged 5–22. With extensive experience in education, outreach, and programme coordination, Lea ensures Spacetime’s activities are engaging, inclusive, and impactful for students and educators alike.

Gauri Verma, Head of Events & Marketing

Gauri Verma is the Head of Events & Marketing at Spacetime Development, overseeing the delivery and promotion of space education events, workshops, and outreach programmes. With a background in astrophysics, science communication, and STEM education, Gauri ensures Spacetime’s programmes are engaging, accessible, and impactful for diverse audiences.

Compliance & Assurance

At Spacetime, safeguarding and compliance are fundamental to everything we do. All our programmes are delivered in line with UK education standards, ensuring peace of mind for schools and organisations.