Hands-on experiments
Practical tasks, observations and investigations.
SED Hub FutureLab • Chiswick House SchoolIgniting curiosity.
Igniting curiosity.
Building tomorrow.
Five distinct hands-on science experiences, one for every weekday. Designed for Levels 1–5 and built around experimentation, creativity, engineering and confident scientific thinking.
5 unique programmesLevels 1–5 all welcome14:30 supervised arrival14:45–15:45 teaching
SEMESTER 1 STARTS12 October 2026Places are limited.Register a child →
CHOOSE YOUR FUTURELAB
Five days. Five different science worlds.
Families may select one programme or combine several, depending on their child’s interests and availability.
MONDAY
Science Detectives
A practical investigative science programme where pupils use observation, hands-on experiments, problem-solving and scientific reasoning to investigate questions and solve real-world science mysteries.
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TUESDAY
Space, Rockets & Extreme Science
A highly practical exploration of rockets, planets, stars, space missions, flight, forces and extreme environments, combining model-building, investigation and mission-based challenges.
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WEDNESDAY
Inventors & Engineers Lab
A design-and-build programme in which pupils learn the engineering design process, create working models and prototypes, explore mechanisms and improve ideas through testing, creativity and evidence.
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THURSDAY
Planet Protectors
A science and environmental innovation programme exploring ecosystems, biodiversity, pollution, climate change and the sustainable solutions pupils can develop to help protect our planet.
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FRIDAY
Science Stars
A distinctive programme where pupils perform engaging experiments, learn to present and communicate science clearly, create their own science-show features and build confidence through clear scientific communication and presentation.
Explore programme →Why FutureLab?
Real science. Real curiosity. Real progress.
FutureLab is designed around doing, testing, questioning and explaining. Pupils encounter science as something they can investigate, build, communicate and use—not simply memorise.
Parent information hub →Real-world learning
Science connected to the world pupils recognise.
Problem solving
Design, evidence, reasoning and iteration.
Communication
Explain ideas, collaborate and present discoveries.
Future-ready skills
Confidence, curiosity and scientific thinking.
TIMETABLE & FEES
One clear programme for each weekday.
Participation is calculated consistently at €25 per programme teaching hour. Semester fees differ because the number of scheduled school dates differs by weekday.
| Day | Programme | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Full year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Science Detectives | 13 sessions · €325 | 13 sessions · €325 | 26 sessions · €650 | Details → |
| Tuesday | Space, Rockets & Extreme Science | 12 sessions · €300 | 13 sessions · €325 | 25 sessions · €625 | Details → |
| Wednesday | Inventors & Engineers Lab | 14 sessions · €350 | 12 sessions · €300 | 26 sessions · €650 | Details → |
| Thursday | Planet Protectors | 14 sessions · €350 | 12 sessions · €300 | 26 sessions · €650 | Details → |
| Friday | Science Stars | 12 sessions · €300 | 12 sessions · €300 | 24 sessions · €600 | Details → |
How it works
From interest to enrolment in four steps.
- 1ChooseSelect one or more FutureLab programmes.
- 2Select periodSemester 1, Semester 2 or the full year.
- 3Register onlineComplete pupil, parent, medical and collection details.
- 4Start exploringReceive confirmation and programme information.
EVERY ENROLLED FAMILY GETS A PRIVATE LEARNING SPACE
FutureLab continues after the session.
Once enrolment is confirmed, each participating child and parent/guardian will be issued their own private portal credentials. The portal helps families see what has been covered and gives pupils useful material to continue exploring at home.
Child portalParent portal
One programme. Two connected views.
- Session follow-upSee the science themes, experiments and skills covered.
- Notes & resourcesAccess selected notes, explanations, worksheets and links.
- Further activitiesOptional investigations and challenges to continue at home.
- Progress & achievementsFollow participation, completed activities and programme milestones.
- Family communicationProgramme updates and relevant notices in one place.
FutureLabAlex · Science Detectives
Chromatography & hidden evidence
NotesColour separationActivityKitchen ink challengeBadgeEvidence Explorer
FutureLabHi, AlexNext: Monday 14:30
New notes available
1 home challenge
72% pathway progress
EXPLORE MORE FROM SED HUB
FutureLab can be the start of a much bigger science journey.
Families can continue beyond the Chiswick programme through SED Hub courses, camps, free resources, virtual learning and specialist science pathways.
10,000 CoursesFrom astronomy and marine biology to medicine, neuroscience, robotics and AI.Browse courses →Free Science ResourcesExperiments, worksheets, explainers and activities for curious learners.Open resources →Online Science CampsLive summer and winter science adventures from home.Explore camps →Science UniverseExplore SED Hub’s full range of scientific disciplines and pathways.Start exploring →
INSIDE FUTURELAB
Five worlds of practical science.
Every weekday has its own visual identity and learning focus, while the programme remains connected by a common approach: question, test, build, explain and improve.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Useful information before you register.
Can my child join more than one programme?
Yes. Families may select one or more weekday programmes, subject to availability.
Who can participate?
All five FutureLab programmes are available to pupils in Levels 1–5.
What time does FutureLab run?
Pupils are received and supervised from 14:30. Main programme teaching runs approximately from 14:45 to 15:45.
How are fees calculated?
Fees are calculated at €25 per programme teaching hour. The total differs by weekday because the school calendar provides a different number of available dates.
Is the place confirmed immediately after form submission?
No. Registration details are received first; SED Hub then confirms availability and the corresponding payment process. A place is confirmed once the registration and payment process has been completed.
READY TO INSPIRE THEIR FUTURE?
Register your child now →Choose their FutureLab.
One programme or several—the next science adventure can start here.