Sensory-friendly Family Day

Visit the Science Oxford Centre for our Sensory-friendly day with a reduced visitor capacity, to better accommodate and support families who experience autism and/or have other additional needs.

Explore, discover and play in the Exploration Zone; Pick up our Explorer Backpack & trail map and see what wildlife you can spot in the woodland and ponds.

During your visit, we please ask that everyone respects the space and needs of others, so that everyone can enjoy their time at the Science Oxford Centre in a way that is comfortable for them. If you require use of a quiet space during your visit, please ask a member of staff for assistance. We also have noise-cancelling headphones available on request.

Additional Support:

Our skilled staff ensure that every child can access the activities and differentiate to engage all children. If your child has specific additional needs, please get in touch via [email protected] to discuss how they can be best supported.

Before your visit, we recommend viewing or downloading our Family Day Visit – Visual Story, to help familiarise you and your family with the site ahead of your arrival.

You can also find our virtual 360 tour and other accessible resources here.

Suitable for ages 3+ (all ages welcome)

What is included in your ticket:

• Two-hour timeslot in the Exploration Zone
• Access to the woodland and outdoor areas from 10am–5pm
• Access to outdoor Water Lab (change of clothes recommended)
• Parking (limited availability, see below for details)

What is NOT included

• Entry to Club

Event information

Cafe open 10am-4pm. Families are welcome to bring picnics and snacks to eat at our lunch tables.

Exploration Zone Sessions

10:00AM-12:00PM

12:30PM-2:30PM

3.00PM - 5.00PM

Prices, terms of booking/refunds policy

£7.50 per person (includes Eventbrite booking fee). Free tickets available for Under 3s.

See our booking terms and conditions here.

Contact [email protected] or call 01865 810000

Host or Publisher Science Oxford