School & Group Immersive Dome Experiences

Immersive Dome Experience

For Schools & Community Groups

Bring learning to life inside our Immersive Dome. Stunning fulldome films spark curiosity, build knowledge, inspire creativity, and deliver a memorable “wow” moment for learners of all ages.

Perfect for schools, youth organisations, and community groups, our one-hour experience includes up to 45 minutes of immersive content, selected from our curated film programme.

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Key Information

Who can book?
Schools, educational settings, and community groups working with under-18s.

Group size
Minimum 15 people · Maximum 70 people in the dome

Cost
£5 per pupil
Up to 10 accompanying adults attend free

Booking process

• Tickets reserved via Eventbrite are not confirmed until we receive your completed booking form.
• After selecting a date, you’ll receive a form to provide contact details, group size, film choice, and invoicing information.
• For groups under 15, evening screenings, or alternative dates, email immersive@realideas.org with the subject line School & Group Booking.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Market Hall for an unforgettable immersive experience.

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Film Programme

Feature-Length Films (35–45 mins)

ARCTIC: Our Frozen Planet
A breath taking journey through the Arctic’s extreme seasons, wildlife, and cultures, exploring how climate change is transforming this fragile ecosystem.
42 mins · Non-Fiction · KS2–4

Trailer here

Bugs! A Rainforest Adventure
Shrink down to insect-size and explore the rainforest, following the life cycles of a praying mantis and a butterfly.
40 mins · Non-Fiction · KS2–4

Trailer here

Experience the Sound
A visually rich fulldome film exploring Plymouth’s historic relationship with the sea, created using archive footage and immersive sound.
35 mins · Non-Fiction · KS4–5

Legend of the Enchanted Reef
A colourful animated adventure about friendship, resilience, and marine conservation after a reef is destroyed.
43 mins · Fiction · KS1–2

Trailer here

Whale Super Highway

Explores the mysteries of the humpback whale, following their migration from the top of Western Australia to Antarctica and back again
44 mins · Non-Fiction · KS2–4

Trailer here

World 2 War
An action-packed documentary placing audiences at the heart of World War II’s biggest battles through cinematic re-enactments.
44 mins · Non-Fiction · KS2–4

Trailer here

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Standard-Length Films (22–30 mins)

Astronaut
What does it take to become an astronaut? Experience a launch, spacewalks, and the dangers of space exploration.
23 mins · KS1–3

Trailer here

Back to the Moon For Good
From the Apollo era to the Google Lunar XPRIZE, explore humanity’s return to the Moon.
25 mins · KS2–3

Bambini Symphonique

A musical journey around the world, revisiting some of the most beautiful nursery rhymes and children's songs from different countries.

32 mins · All ages

Trailer here

BIG
Travel to the furthest reaches of the observable universe and explore light, scale, and cosmic imagination.
23 mins · KS2–3

Capcom Go! The Apollo Story
A historical documentary showcasing the achievements and challenges of the Apollo missions.
26 mins · KS2–3

Trailer here

CELL! CELL! CELL!
The story of the trillions of cells that make us who we are — from a single cell to a complex body.
24 mins · KS1–2

Trailer here

Forward! To The Moon
Presented by Kari Byron, this film explores NASA’s Artemis programme and the future of sustainable space exploration.
30 mins · KS2–3

Mars
Discover the history of Mars, its lost water, and the search for past or present life. Narrated by Miriam Margolyes.
25 mins · KS2–3

One Step Beyond

Experience the thrill of launch, the challenges of life in space, the cutting-edge technology of NASA’s Artemis program, and the search for life that could transform how we see our planet, our past, and our place in the cosmos.

25 mins · KS2–3

Trailer here

S.E.T.I.
An exploration of the search for extraterrestrial intelligence and the science behind it. Narrated by Hugh Laurie.
25 mins · KS2

We Are… Series 

• We Are Aliens! – The search for life beyond Earth
• We Are Astronomers – How scientists explore the universe today
• We Are Guardians – Ecosystems, satellites, and climate change
• We Are Stars – Our cosmic origins
  Each film is 25–26 mins · KS1–3

The Great Solar System Adventure
A thrilling, theatrical journey through the Solar System led by the flamboyant “Great Schiaparelli.”
25 mins · KS1–3

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Sensory & Inclusive Experiences

Designed for Early Years, SEND audiences, and relaxed viewing, these films prioritise atmosphere, movement, and sound over narration.

• Colour Your Senses – A calming bioluminescent light and sound journey
• Follow The Water – A real-world 360° exploration of water’s journey from mountains to sea
• Into the Fruit Bowl – A playful explosion of fruit, colour, and imagination
• Rainbow Aurora – A relaxing audio-visual celebration of colour
• Out of the Toybox – Blocks, letters, and numbers tumble into creativity
• Terrific Travels – A gentle storybook journey through transport and travel
  Each film is 17–26 mins · Early Years–KS3 (SEN suitable)

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Short Films (Under 20 mins)

Astronaut George
A fun introduction to the Solar System for younger children.
15 mins · Early Years–KS1

Antarctica: Ocean Exploration Uncovered
Join Plymouth scientist Jenny Gales mapping the unexplored Antarctic seafloor using underwater robots.
22 mins

Biosphere
A visually soothing journey through a year on Earth.
9 mins · Sensory · All ages

Devonport: A Tide of Memories
An immersive documentary exploring Devonport’s past, present, and future.
19 mins · KS3–5

Tim Peake’s ISS Tour
Go behind the scenes of life aboard the International Space Station, narrated by Tim Peake.
9 mins · KS1–4