Bring the curriculum to life with hands-on sessions and creative experiences at the National Football Museum.
Our workshops use football as a springboard into history, science, design, technology, music and social studies. Every session is designed to be curriculum-linked, interactive, and inclusive, inspiring pupils to think critically, work collaboratively, and see the world in new ways.
Whether it’s exploring the science behind performance, designing sustainable sports equipment, uncovering hidden histories, or debating football’s global impact, our expert facilitators will guide your class through a session that’s as educational as it is exciting.
Alternatively, you can devise your own game plan with a self-guided visit, exploring four floors of football history, interactive experiences and thought-provoking exhibitions.
Why choose NFM for your school trip?
Curriculum Connections
All sessions link to the National Curriculum across multiple subjects.
Hands-on Learning
Pupils don’t just listen; they explore, create, and experiment.
More Than Football
Use the beautiful game to unlock wider learning in history, science, design, culture, and wellbeing.
Inclusive & Engaging
Every workshop is designed for active participation from all pupils.
Real Objects, Real Stories
Handle items from our collection and make authentic links to the past and present.
Self-guided visits
Bring your group for a self-guided visit, with four floors of excitement to discover!
Kick off your visit in our Pitch Gallery before heading up to our object-laden Match Gallery. Get in the game with the interactive Play Gallery, before exploring our latest headline exhibition in the Score Gallery.
Self-guided visits: £6.30 per pupil
Our facilitated workshops
Bring learning to life with our exciting, curriculum-linked workshops. Each session lasts between 60-90 minutes and are tailored for up to 35 pupils, larger groups can book multiple sessions, so everyone gets the full experience.
See the full range of workshops, from KS1 to KS4, by hovering on each individual session below.
Facilitated sessions: £175
City of Manchester schools: £145
Book your session
Secure your place today by booking your session below. Early booking is recommended to ensure your preferred date.
If you are a City of Manchester-based school, please email learning@nationalfootballmuseum.com for your residential discount booking link.