Programme dates
26-30 October 2026
In-person Program
Astro Space Camp
by ISSET
A hands-on space science camp in London where children build rockets, tackle STEM missions and join live Q&As with NASA astronauts.
Last verified: 11 Sept 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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Astro Space Camp at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Children
Age range / Year group
Ages 7-12
Location / Region
King's College London, Guy's Campus, London, United Kingdom
Cost
£299.99
Duration
5 days
Format
In-person
ScienceSpace & physics
Certificate / Outcome: Astronaut-signed certificate
Sessions / cadence: 1-5 days, 09:00-15:30
Tutors / faculty: Astronauts and STEM educators
Safeguarding: DBS-checked staff
Astro Space Camp summary
Astro Space Camp is a practical space-science experience built around rockets, experiments and team missions.
Live video Q&As let every child prepare and ask a question directly to NASA astronauts.
It suits curious young space fans who enjoy making, experimenting and collaborating rather than classroom-only learning.
What is Astro Space Camp?
Astro Space Camp is an ISSET day program that turns space science into practical challenges. Children explore the Solar System, rockets, Mars, the Moon, stars and gravity through experiments, construction tasks and team missions.
The London camp runs at King's College London Guy's Campus. Its distinctive feature is live access to NASA astronauts, with children preparing their own questions and joining video Q&A sessions during the week.
Why Succeed highlights Astro Space Camp
Children do more than listen: they build, test and launch several rocket designs.
Two live astronaut Q&As connect the science activities with firsthand spaceflight experience.
The five-day timetable moves from the Solar System and rockets to Mars, stars, gravity and the Moon.
Small age-based teams and DBS-checked staff provide a structured setting for collaborative work.
Who is Astro Space Camp for?
Best for
Children who are enthusiastic about space and enjoy experiments, construction challenges and teamwork.
Not ideal if
Your child wants residential accommodation, a formal qualification or a mainly classroom-based science course.
Is Astro Space Camp worth it?
Astro Space Camp offers a strong mix of practical STEM activity and memorable astronaut access. Rocket building, experiments and mission challenges give children concrete ways to engage with space science rather than only hearing about it.
The main limitation is that this is a non-residential day camp, so families must manage daily travel into central London. It is also an enrichment experience rather than an accredited academic course, making personal interest the best reason to attend.
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Cost and what is included
£299.99; includes Live Q&As with two NASA astronauts, Hands-on space experiments and rocket activities, Personalized certificate signed by astronauts.
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
5 days; King's College London, Guy's Campus, London, United Kingdom.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Astro Space Camp need?
Effort level
Moderate, with full-day practical activities.
Best started
Plan travel and day choices four to six weeks before camp.
Main challenge
Sustaining focus across a full activity day.
Typical preparation
Discuss which camp days best match your child's interests.
Plan the Guy's Campus journey around the 08:30-09:00 drop-off window.
Help your child prepare questions for the astronaut Q&A sessions.
Useful if
Your child already enjoys practical science or space.
What do students do on Astro Space Camp?
Children move through a five-day sequence of space-science themes, combining short explanations with experiments, design tasks, team challenges and live astronaut conversations.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Begin with mission patches, Solar System activities and a working solar oven.
- 2
Explore rocket history before building gliders, straw rockets and paper planes.
- 3
Design and test a protective Mars landing capsule in teams.
- 4
Study stars and constellations, create a star map and question Steve Swanson.
- 5
Investigate the Moon, Mars and astronaut technology through practical experiments.
- 6
Build compressed-air rockets, question Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger and receive a certificate.
Astro Space Camp dates and deadlines
Upcoming
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Programme dates | 26-30 October 2026 | Local | Upcoming |
Eligibility and requirements
Children must be aged 7-12.
Participants join small teams of similar-aged children.
How much does Astro Space Camp cost?
Program fee
£299.99 — Official UK checkout price.
What's included
Live Q&As with two NASA astronauts, Hands-on space experiments and rocket activities, Personalized certificate signed by astronauts
How to apply to Astro Space Camp
- 1
Open the official Astro Space Camp booking page.
- 2
Choose the full five-day program or a shorter one-to-four-day option.
- 3
Complete the purchase and provide the required participant details.
- 4
Use the form emailed after booking to select attendance days.
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What does Astro Space Camp cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Solar System
Explore planets, the Sun and scale through games and models.
Rocket Science
Build and launch several designs while learning rocket history.
Mars Engineering
Design and test a capsule for an egg-stronaut landing.
Stars and Constellations
Study the night sky and make a personal star map.
Moon and Gravity
Investigate lunar motion, gravity and unusual space conditions.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Astro Space Camp?
A typical day during the program.
Drop off
Children arrive before the activity day begins.
Camp day
Space lessons, experiments, construction tasks and team challenges run throughout the day.
Breaks
The timetable includes two 20-minute breaks and a 45-minute lunch break.
Who teaches on Astro Space Camp?
The published team includes program leader and ISSET lead scientist Hannah Burgess alongside Dr Julie Keeble, Director of Biological Services and Senior Lecturer at King's College London. NASA astronauts Steve Swanson and Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger lead live Q&A sessions.
Steve Swanson is a former International Space Station commander, while Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger is an astronaut and geologist.
Where do students stay on Astro Space Camp?
Non-residential plan
- Day-camp format: Children attend daytime activities and leave after the 15:30 finish.
- Campus setting: Activities take place at King's College London Guy's Campus.
- Participant support: DBS-checked staff supervise small teams grouped by similar age.
This is a non-residential program; overnight accommodation is not part of the camp.
What happens after Astro Space Camp?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Receive a personalized certificate signed by astronauts.
Develop teamwork through collaborative missions and engineering tasks.
Build confidence by preparing and asking an astronaut a question.
Use the experience as a starting point for further space-science study.
The certificate records participation rather than an accredited qualification.
Where does Astro Space Camp take place?
Astro Space Camp is held at King's College London Guy's Campus on Great Maze Pond. The campus is near London Bridge, making daily travel planning important for this non-residential program.
Astro Space Camp FAQs
Activities include rocket building and launching, Solar System exploration, Mars engineering challenges, star maps, gravity investigations and practical experiments.
Yes. NASA astronauts Steve Swanson and Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger join live video Q&As, and children can prepare their own questions.
The activity day runs from 09:00 to 15:30. Drop-off is between 08:30 and 09:00.
Yes. Families can choose between one and five days, then select their preferred days using a form emailed after booking.
Children are placed in small teams with participants of the same or a similar age.
The published team includes ISSET science staff and King's College London expertise. All staff working with participants are DBS checked.
Yes. Participants receive a personalized certificate signed by astronauts during the closing ceremony.
No. Astro Space Camp is a non-residential day program at King's College London Guy's Campus.
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Compare with other programsContent reviewed by
Sean Stevens
Co-founder, Succeed | Founder, Immerse Education (2012–2026)
Sean works at the intersection of academic enrichment, program quality and university preparation, with expertise in evaluating pre-university experiences for ambitious secondary school students.
Sources and verification
Source types reviewed
- Terms of service – ISSET
- Astro Space Camp | London | October 2026
- Refund policy – ISSET
- Astro Space Camp for Kids - London - October Half-term 2026 – ISSET
- FAQs – ISSET
- Astro Space Camp: Live Astronaut Q&A & Hands-On STEM for Ages 7-12 – ISSET
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