Curiosity is at the heart of learning - and at Esplora Interactive Science Centre, it's what turns science into an adventure.
With its newly launched Education Programme for 2025-2026, Esplora invites students, educators, and families to explore a world where creativity, imagination, and innovation meet.
From hands-on workshops and creative storytelling to interactive science shows and planetarium experiences, this year's programme proves that science can be both accessible and inspiring for everyone.

Learning Through Experience
The new programme builds on Esplora's mission to make STEAM education - Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics - engaging and relevant.
Designed for learners from Kinder 1 to Year 11, each experience encourages students to think critically, ask questions, and learn by doing. Younger participants will enjoy playful sessions such as Play it Loud and Minibeasts, while older students can dive deeper into topics like energy, water conservation, robotics, and aerospace through workshops like Qatra Qatra, Arti-Coding, and AstroMaterials Lab.
Each activity connects scientific ideas to everyday life, sparking both curiosity and confidence.

A Universe Waiting to Be Explored
At the heart of Esplora's premises lies its Planetarium, which this year enhances it's Live Experiences - presenter-led shows that allow audiences to journey through the cosmos in real time.
Students can travel to the moon in Chasing the Moon, witness alien worlds in Worlds Beyond, and uncover the secrets of stars in Colours of the Cosmos. Alongside these interactive shows, a new collection of Planetarium films explores everything from dark matter to the history of flight, turning the wonders of space into a truly immersive experience.

Festive Science and Creative Coding
In December, Esplora transforms into Santa's STEAM Factory, a seasonal highlight that combines festive magic with scientific exploration.
Visitors can explore the science behind Santa Clause in our new interactive show Santa's Secrets Revealed, get artistic by designing their own wrapping paper using coding, and even guide robots to help Santa deliver presents on time.
It's a joyful way to show that learning and celebration can go hand in hand.

Science as a Challenge
For older students, the STEAM Unlocked Escape Game Workshops provide a new kind of learning experience - fast-paced, puzzle-based sessions where science meets teamwork.
Themes such as Artificial Intelligence, Pharmacy, Cybersecurity, and Chemistry challenge participants to think strategically, solve problems, and communicate effectively.
Each game transforms knowledge into an active, real-world adventure.

Curiosity for a Lifetime
In January 2026, Esplora's flagship event KurżitàJiem returns - a week-long festival that celebrates curiosity and creativity in education and careers.
Schools and families will meet professionals from fields as varied as medicine, art, and engineering, gaining a hands-on look at how STEAM shapes the future of Malta's industries.

Empowering Educators
Esplora continues to support teachers through professional development workshops, including Creative Storytelling for Educators and Emotional Intelligence in the Classroom.
These sessions help educators bring innovation and empathy into their teaching, ensuring that curiosity remains a lifelong habit for students.

A Hub of Inspiration
From the thrill of discovery to the joy of creative expression, Esplora's 2025-2026 Education Programme shows that learning doesn't just happen in classrooms - it happens wherever curiosity takes flight.
This year's line-up is not just about science; it's about imagination, collaboration, and the confidence to explore the unknown.