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Welcome to Astro Space Camp, where the cosmos becomes their playground 🪐
Over four exciting days, your child will experience action-packed, hands-on activities that blend learning and fun, making it the perfect adventure for your future astronaut!
The best part? Real astronauts Steve Swanson and Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger will be beaming in LIVE to share their adventures throughout the week, and your child will have the chance to ask them questions directly over video calls.
Get ready to unleash your child’s inner space explorer!
Dates: Tues 26th - Fri 29th May 2026 (Spring half-term)
This is a 4 day programme due to the bank holiday.
Location: King's College London
Age: 7-12 year olds
Drop off: 8:30 - 09:00 | Camp Begins: 09:00 | Camp Ends: 15:30
*Participants will be grouped in small teams by same/similar age. All staff are DBS checked.
Why Your Child Will Love Space Camp 🌟
💭 It boosts creativity & imagination: Kids dive into space-themed projects that inspire big ideas!
🚀 They take on exciting space missions: Hands-on challenges ignite their curiosity and sense of adventure.
✨ They build teamwork skills: Collaborating on missions helps them develop confidence and cooperation.
🧬 It sparks a passion for science: Fun, interactive STEM activities bring learning to life.
🙌 They join a fun, supportive community: A safe and welcoming space where they can explore, grow, and make new friends!
Strap on their spacesuit, grab their astronaut helmet, and get ready to unleash their inner space explorer!
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"My daughter came home every day buzzing with excitement! She couldn’t stop talking about it."
Sophie, Parent
"My son had the time of his life at Space Camp! He loved the rocket-building, and talking to real astronauts was a dream come true for him."
Jackie, Parent
"I had the best time ever!! Building my rocket was so fun and talking to a real astronaut was so cool."
Noah, aged 11
Meet Our Star Speakers 🤩
Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger
NASA Astronaut & Geologist
Steve Swanson
Astronaut & International Space Station Commander
Dr Julie Keeble
Director of Biological Services & Senior
Lecturer at King’s College London
Hannah Burgess
Programme Leader &
ISSET Lead Scientist
Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger
NASA Astronaut & Geologist
Steve Swanson
Astronaut & International Space Station Commander
Dr Julie Keeble
Director of Biological Services & Senior
Lecturer at King’s College London
Hannah Burgess
Programme Leader &
ISSET Lead Scientist
Astro Space Camp Timetable 💫
Give your child an unforgettable half-term with hands-on space experiments, rocket building and live video calls with real astronauts Steve Swanson and Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger. Packed with fun and STEM learning, it’s a week designed to spark curiosity and inspire future explorers. *You can choose any of the days to attend after booking.
Start time: 09:00 | End time 15:30
Morning Break: 20 mins | Lunch: 45 mins | Afternoon Break: 20 mins
Please note: The itinerary is subject to change to ensure the best experience for all participants.
DAY 1: Tues 26th - Welcome to Astro Space Camp & Exploring Our Solar System
- Kick off the week with fun ice breakers and get to know your fellow space explorers.
- Design your own mission patch inspired by real NASA examples.
- Explore the planets with games, puzzles, and a scale model of the Solar System.
- Learn about the Sun and how it powers our solar system.
- Take part in an interactive mnemonic challenge to memorise the order of the planets.
- Build a working solar oven and bake marshmallow treats!
- Get ready for your astronaut Q&A by preparing questions for Steve.
DAY 2: Weds 27th – Space Exploration & Live Q&A with Astronaut Steve Swanson
- Watch a NASA launch and become a space journalist with your own headline story.
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Learn about stars and constellations, then build your own star map.
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Uncover why we always see the same side of the Moon.
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Discover just how big a billion is and how far away the stars really are.
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Investigate real Mars mission mishaps and what they teach us about problem-solving in space.
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Meet and talk to NASA astronaut Steve Swanson in a live Q&A session.
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Reflect with your group on the most inspiring moments from Steve's story.
DAY 3 Thur 28th - Rocket Science & Mars Lander Challenge
- Explore the history of rockets through interactive presentations and model building.
- Build and launch gliders, straw rockets, and world-record paper planes.
- Take on the Mars Lander Challenge and protect your egg-stronaut during re-entry.
- Work in teams to design, build, and test a landing capsule for Mars.
DAY 4: Fri 29th - Rocket Launching, Live Q&A with NASA Astronaut Dottie, Certificate Ceremony
- Design a straw kite and learn about gravity with hands-on experiments.
- Build and fire compressed air rockets into the sky!
- Investigate gravity, surface tension and what makes space so unique.
- Ask astronaut Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger your burning questions during a live video Q&A.
- Receive a personalised certificate during our award ceremony and reflect on the week’s highlights.
A word from Astronaut Dottie ✨
"I’m excited that you’ll share my love of space at the Astro Space Camp! The week will not only change your perspective of earth and space it will transform how you will see yourself in the future. Let’s get inspired!"
-Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger, NASA Astronaut & Geologist