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HEREFORD STARLAB
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  HEREFORD STARLAB SCHOOLS SERVICE  
  Charges 2011-12  
Presentations Total Cost
1
 £95 Price dependant on your location.
2
 £140 Price dependant on your location.
3
 £180 Travel inclusive for 3 and more shows within 40 miles radius.
 4
£240
 5
£300
 6
 £340 Day Rate where shows are not consecutive
 7
 £360 Must be comprised of KS1 and KS2 shows.
FAQ's

 

LOCATION : Please Note: You must be within 40 miles or 2 hours driving from HR6 9JS.

Minimum charge:
In exceptional circumstances the half or full day rate will apply depending on your timetabling and or location.

Duration: Sessions are 40mins at KS2 and 30mins at KS1 These times can be varied to suit.

Class size:
The planetarium will accommodate 30 plus children and Staff.

Lunch Times:
The planetarium can be deflated and pushed to the side of the hall in 5 - 10 minuites.

Set-up time: 20 - 30 min.

Pack -up & clear hall: 15 min.

Hall size:
21 x 18 ft 10.5 ft High. The planetarium will fit into smaller spaces but Gym mats etc must be used to shield hard surfaces. Ceiling height is not critical to within a few inches. 1 x 13amp socket rqd.

PLANETARIUM SURVIVAL GUIDE

PHOTOGRAPHY

Photography inside the Dome is restricted to the first and last few minutes of the session. Remember use of the flash is very unpleasant when our eyes have accommodated to low light levels. Optical effects such as the spectrum and stars cannot be captured when using the flash !!

DRESS

Entry to the planetarium is via a short tunnel and may involve some crawling, fun for the children but Staff may wish to dress accordingly.

SHOES

The fabric at the base of the dome is pounded by thousands of feet - removal of shoes by children is encouraged , but this may not be practical if the schedule is tight. Staff may suit themselves but no ‘heels' or clogs please.

SEATING

Children on the floor. You may bring cushions /low folding chairs etc. if you wish.

SPECIAL NEEDS

Wheelchair access is no problem , chairs being pushed under the side of the dome before the rest of the class are seated. Generally children needing special care or attention should enter last and sit with Staff near to the entrance/ exit.

EMERGENCY EXIT

All stand in centre, pick up the edge of the dome and pass fabric over heads. Risk: Low

Web site contact:Steve Watson as above.Thanks to Nasa for the image. Associated sites: www.nicholaswinton.com www.barbarawinton.co.uk www.lesplaces.com www.nwinton.com www.herefordsolar.co.uk