FAQs for Educators

With a huge emphasis on Working Scientifically within the curriculum, we guarantee that the optical illusions that the pupils see at Twist Museum will generate lots of enthusiastic scientific discussion.  Pupils will leave asking lots of scientific questions, there will be debates amongst pupils, scientific vocabulary will be used and learnt.

Many of the exhibits including the Colour Room and the Kaleidoscope are ideal places to consolidate their understanding of light.  The Sound Lab will promote discussions on pitch and volume.  How are the Sounds in the Sound Lab being made?  How are they travelling into our ears?  How are we hearing them?

A trip to Twist Museum can lead to an optical illusion drawing project or to a written activity.  There are lots of exhibits to choose from to analyse and evaluate using artistic terminology. Or the trip might lead to researching a great artist and learning about their art form.  Some might be inspired to learn more about Odeith and research the historical and cultural development of Street Art.  Others might choose Patrick Hughes who created reverspective.

A formal letter to the Founder of Twist Museum is sure to generate a formal response to the class. Can they persuade him to include a specific new exhibit?  Or can they persuade him to include their new idea for the Museum in his next Management Meeting? The Twist Team love seeing photos of children’s work that has been inspired by their trip to Twist, whether that is descriptive writing or a biography about one of the artists.

Many of the exhibits including the Colour Room and the Kaleidoscope are ideal places to consolidate their understanding of light waves.  The Sound Room will promote discussions and understanding about sound waves.

Students might be inspired to learn more about Odeith and research the historical and cultural development of Street Art. Others might choose Patrick Hughes who created reverspective.

Twist stands for ‘The Way I See Things’. A trip to the Museum is an ideal opportunity to teach pupils that we all see things differently. This concept leads perfectly into discussions about the main characters in a set text.  Comparing their own ideas with others.  Really understanding that there is no correct answer.  All views and opinions are valid.

Twist is a perfect destination for KS3 & KS4 psychology students, and offers a captivating exploration of the mind that perfectly aligns with curriculum, in particular the module on ‘Perception and Interpreting the world around us’; through interactive exhibits and expert input from Professor Fiona Macpherson, Twist delves into the complexities of how our senses shape our understanding of reality.

Students can engage with mind-bending illusions, question their own perceptions, and gain insights into the intricacies of human cognition. This immersive experience not only enhances their knowledge of psychology but also nurtures a deeper appreciation for the power of perception in our daily lives.

School group bookings are heavily discounted.  Children’s tickets are reduced to £10.  One free adult ticket can be booked for every 10 children.  Extra teacher tickets can be purchased at the discounted price of £16.50.

Please fill in the enquiry form to submit your booking request and a member of our team will come back to you as soon as possible.

Teachers are welcome to book a free pre-visit to carry out a Risk Assessment.  These visits must be booked in advance, one of the Duty Managers that specialise in school visits will take the Teacher on a tour of the Museum and answer any questions they might have.

To book a pre-visit please email us at [email protected]

Twist Museum is wheelchair accessible, apart from two exhibits that are on an incline.

Yes! We strive to make sure Twist is accessible as possible for all visitor needs. A small number of our exhibits feature flashing lights and strobes and may not be suitable for all visitors. Please contact us in advance to discuss specific accessibility requirements and we will do our very best to meet them.

A Twist team member will meet and greet your group on arrival.  They will give your group a brief introduction to the Museum and Health and Safety on site and answer any questions you may have.

We have a storage area for coats and bags for school groups.  Please ensure any valuables are locked away in the free lockers.

We have a seating area within the main foyer designed for school groups to sit, lunch can be eaten in this area. 

The seating area in the main foyer will be available for school groups.

Schools are responsible for their own risk assessments.  A copy of Twist’s General Visitor Risk Assessment can be obtained by emailing [email protected]

Teachers can book a free pre-visit to complete risk assessments and plan their trip.  These visits must be booked in advance, one of the Duty Managers that specialise in school visits will take the Teacher on a tour of the Museum and answer any questions they might have. 

Our Duty Managers are certified fire marshals and first aiders.