at Kensington Palace
Secondary school offering at Kensington Palace
Bring your students to Kensington Palace to explore stories from monarchy and empire to the residents of the palace and the voices that shaped it over the last 400 years. A visit to the palace encourages students to question how people in the past lived, ruled and were represented, and how these stories continue to shape society today.
We offer both facilitated and self guided opportunities. For more information on individual sessions please explore the information below.
New for 2026/27
Secondary school weeks
Our dedicated Secondary School Weeks at Kensington Palace are an opportunity for KS3 learners to enjoy a range of facilitated workshops and sessions. In the 2026/27 academic year these sessions will take place:
May 2027
Wednesday 12 May 2027
Thursday 13 May2027
Friday 14 May 2027
Self-led school visits
Visit Kensington Palace on a self-led basis throughout the year. This flexible option allows teachers to plan a visit around their curriculum needs and gives students time to explore the palace independently.
Self-guided visits are supported by free online resources and pre‑visit information to help you prepare your group and make the most of your day.
Plan and book a school visitSecondary school sessions
Empire and Trade
New for 2026/27
This interactive session invites students to explore the British Empire through historic objects. Pupils will investigate how everyday items such as silverware, ceramics, tea-related objects, and clothing reveal Britain’s trading links with Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Key stage 3
Subject: History
Topic: Victorians, Stuarts, Georgians
Session Type: Route-based and classroom