Science in a Van | Live Science Shows at Your School

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This article provides information about a science-related experience to support school planning.

Science in a Van delivers high-energy, live science shows directly to schools across Aotearoa, making it easy for teachers to give students memorable, concept-rich science experiences without leaving the school grounds.

Since 2011, Science in a Van has been touring schools with engaging performances that blend hands-on experiments, storytelling, humour, and dramatic demonstrations. The format is simple: they come to you, set everything up, run the show, and pack down — no buses, no equipment, no prep required.

All you need is a school hall or large learning space. Science in a Van takes care of the rest.

     The Shows

• The Wonderful World of Bubbles (Years 0–4)

  Explore materials, mixtures, and reactions through giant bubbles and playful experimentation.
  

• What’s the Matter? (Years 4–8) An energetic look at solids, liquids, and gases that helps students really grasp states of matter.
  

• Billy Goats Gruff: A Tale of Competing Forces (Years 0–3) Classic storytelling meets science, focusing on pushes, pulls, and friction.
  

• Move It! Exploring the Laws of Motion (Years 3/4–8) A fast-paced journey through Newton’s Laws, complete with dramatic demonstrations.
  

• The Science of Sound (Years 4–8) Investigate vibrations, pitch, and sound waves — including a moment students won’t forget.
  

• Full Force! (New for 2026) A brand-new whole-school show celebrating 15 years of Science in a Van, designed for large audiences.
  

Detailed descriptions for each show are available on the Science in a Van website.

     Bookings

Science in a Van is based in Tāmaki Makaurau, with Auckland schools able to book throughout the year. Schools outside Auckland can register for upcoming regional tours, including planned tours in Gisborne and Hawke’s Bay. An online calendar shows available dates.

Primary & Intermediate schools

• $700 + GST per show (up to 100 students)

• Additional students: $7 + GST each

• Minimum charge applies even for smaller groups
  

ECE (Auckland)

• $370 + GST per show (up to 50 tamariki)
  

Full Force! whole-school show (Auckland)

• Minimum 200 students at $7 + GST per student
  

Bookings impacted by industrial action or unforeseen closures are not charged.

     Contact | More Info

Schools can book directly, register interest for upcoming tours, or arrange a short call to discuss what would work best for their learners. Emily and Alan Worman

• contact@scienceinavan.co.nz

• 022 682 3009

• scienceinavan.co.nz

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