Primary School Workshops

Dragons in a Twist

A dragon hunt, storytelling and crafts at the Chapel, followed by a dragon-inspired creative movement session back at school.
Recommended age: P1-P3

Medieval Experience

Learn by doing – the medieval way! Meet living history characters and try out hands-on activities related to stone masonry, braiding, and calligraphy.
Recommended age: P4-P7

NEW! A Visit with Victoria

In the company of Queen Victoria, explore the Chapel and learn how to create a personal journal and sketchbook entry.
Recommended age: P4-P7

Green Man/Vikings poetry

A creative writing workshop exploring different ways the Chapel can provide inspiration for writing poetry.
Recommended age: P5-P7

STEM Stone

A STEM workshop that explores the science and engineering of Rosslyn Chapel as a stone structure.
Recommended age: P5-P7

NEW! STEM Light

A multidisciplinary STEM/arts workshop
exploring the science and history of the
stained-glass windows at Rosslyn Chapel.
Recommended age: P6-P7

NEW! Medieval Christmas

Join a medieval lady and minstrel to discover how people celebrated Christmas in medieval times. A morning of storytelling and music in the magical setting of the Lady Chapel.
Recommended age: P3-P5

NEW! RME - Rosslyn Chapel as a Place of Worship

Presented jointly by Rosslyn Chapel Trust and the congregation of St Matthew’s, this workshop will give your class an insight into how the Chapel functions as a religious building.
Recommended age: Can be tailored to any age group

All workshops  are free and travel costs for Midlothian schools are covered by Rosslyn Chapel. Booking is essential – email learning@rosslynchapel.com for more information. Hurry as places are limited and book up fast!

“The children were so enthusiastic about the visit and the workshop back at the school. They were able to feedback to another teacher who had not been on the trip what they had been doing and facts they had learned.” Teacher, visiting school