Ancient Greece

Discover the World of Ancient Greece

Ancient Greece was one of the most exciting and important civilisations in history. It had powerful city-states, fascinating myths, heroic adventures, brilliant thinkers and traditions that still influence us today.

This topic helps learners explore life in Ancient Greece, understand how people lived, and recognise how Greek ideas shaped the modern world.

What Is the Ancient Greeks VR Workshop?

The Ancient Greeks VR Workshop is a fully guided, curriculum-linked experience designed for KS2 pupils. Using VR headsets, pupils can:

🏛️ Explore Greek temples and city-states
🏟️ Visit ancient theatres and stadiums
⚔️ Learn about Greek soldiers and battles
🏠 Discover daily life in Ancient Greece
📜 Explore Greek ideas, inventions and achievements

The session is safe, interactive and delivered by trained facilitators.

What Will Pupils Learn?

🏛️ Who Were the Ancient Greeks?

Learn where Ancient Greece was and how it was made up of different city-states such as Athens and Sparta.

🏟️ Greek Life and Culture

Explore daily life, including homes, food, education and entertainment such as theatre and the Olympic Games.

⚔️ Sparta and Athens

Compare the two most famous city-states and understand how they were different.

🧠 Greek Achievements

Discover Greek ideas and achievements in areas such as:

  • Democracy

  • Philosophy

  • Science

  • Architecture

🏆 The Ancient Olympics

Learn about the original Olympic Games — what events they had and why they were so important.

🏛️ Greek Legacy — Why It Matters Today

Investigate how the Greeks influenced architecture, sport, theatre, government, language and more.

Book the Ancient Greeks VR Workshop

Bring Ancient Greece to life with our Ancient Greeks VR Workshop.

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The Parthenon, an ancient Greek temple with tall columns, sits on a rocky hill under a partly cloudy sky during sunset. Tourists are visible around the site.
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  • By the end of this topic, learners should be able to:

    ✔ Describe where Ancient Greece was and when it existed
    ✔ Explain what city-states were and how they were different
    ✔ Recall key facts about Greek daily life, beliefs and gods
    ✔ Identify the importance of the Ancient Olympics
    ✔ Give examples of Greek ideas that still influence us today

  • This workshop will last approximately 30 - 50-minutes depending on the number of sessions required.

    • KS1 pupils (Years 1-2)

    • KS2 pupils (Years 3–6)

    • Whole classes or small groups

    • Suitable for all abilities

    • No VR experience required

    All equipment is provided, and workshops are delivered by qualified facilitators.

  • History

    ✔ Study of Ancient Greece and its influence on the western world
    ✔ Understanding how past civilisations have shaped modern society
    ✔ Using historical sources and evidence
    ✔ Comparing different societies

    Geography

    ✔ Locate Greece and understand its landscape
    ✔ Explore how geography influenced Greek life

    Cross-Curricular Links

    • English — myths, plays and non-fiction writing

    • Art — pottery, patterns and sculpture

    • PE — links to the Olympic Games

    • PSHE — democracy and citizenship