Young V&A Schools: Sound Designers – KS1-KS2 (Summer 2026)

In this lively 60 min workshop, children will be able to apply their scientific knowledge of sound and materials, to create interesting audio effects for iconic stop motion footage, such as Wallace & Gromit. Children will learn to identify and select materials, based on the sound vibrations they produce. Through play, testing and self-expression- children will build their creative confidence, collaboration skills and communication skills.

Key Curriculum links: 

Design & Technology- Generate, develop, model and communicate their ideas, Select from and use a wide range of materials and components, Evaluate their ideas and products

 

Science- Everyday Materials and their physical properties, Sound (identifying sounds, understanding how sound travels, finding patterns in sound), Working scientifically (asking questions, observing closely, identifying and classifying) 

 

English- Communication, building vocabulary, presentation, evaluation skills

Each session can accommodate 1 class only (maximum 30 students, maximum 8 teachers/adults).

We have multiple dates and timeslots to choose from. Each session is 60min long.

As part of your booking, we will also reserve a 30-minute lunch slot in our Portal Trust Community Room for your group. This lunch slot cannot be changed.

Included in your booking
You are also welcome to explore the museum's free permanent galleries; Play, Imagine and Design on a self-guided visit before or after your workshop. 
 
You will receive an automated booking confirmation. If the information received is incorrect, please contact young@vam.ac.uk. 

Want to know more? Please email yvaschools@vam.ac.uk if you have any queries.