KS2 History Workshops for Primary Schools

Immersive, Curriculum-Linked History Workshops for KS2 Classrooms

Mr Dilly’s KS2 History Workshops are immersive, curriculum-linked sessions that bring the primary history curriculum to life with high-energy performance, character-driven storytelling, and humour. Trusted by over 2,000 schools and experienced by more than 250,000 children, these dynamic in-school workshops are designed to ignite curiosity, inspire imagination, and deliver unforgettable classroom experiences.

From Romans and Ancient Egyptians to World War II, Vikings, and more, each session transports pupils back in time using live drama, humour, and interactive role play — all while reinforcing key KS2 history objectives like chronology, historical enquiry, and change over time.

 
 

Why Choose Mr Dilly?

➡️ Proven Track Record – Over 2,000 schools and 250,000+ children have experienced a Mr Dilly workshop

➡️ Designed for KS2 – Fully aligned with the Key Stage 2 history curriculum and learning objectives

➡️ Interactive & Engaging – Uses drama, storytelling, and role play to spark curiosity and bring history to life

➡️ Unforgettable Impact – Sessions that excite pupils and leave a lasting impression in the classroom

➡️ Tailored for Schools – Workshops delivered on-site, with clear structure and flexible group sizes

➡️ Professional & Trusted – Loved by teachers, booked year after year by schools across the UK

Choose Your Workshop

Ready to dive into a specific topic? Click below to explore the full range of KS2 history workshops — from Ancient Greeks to the Mayans, Anglo-Saxons, World War II, Romans, and more. Each page gives you everything you need: what’s covered, who it’s for, and how to book.

 
Illustration of The Tudors for KS2 – Henry VIII, Tudor executioner, the Tower of London and the Tudor rose"

The Tudors

KS2 History - The Tudors School Workshop


"KS2 history artwork of Ancient Maya pyramid, calendar, and mask"

The Maya

KS2 History - Ancient Maya School Workshop

"Illustration of Ancient Egypt for KS2 history workshop featuring mummies and hieroglyphs"

Ancient Egypt

KS2 History - Ancient Egypt School Workshop

Viking shield and longship, Norse runes  – KS2 history workshop illustration"

The Vikings

KS2 History - The Vikings School Workshop

KS2 history workshop image – Roman gladiator punishments, ball and chain, hammer and gaveland a blood splatter"

Crime & Punishment

KS2 History – Crime and Punishment School Workshop


"Illustration of Ancient Greece with Medusa, drama masks and Greek patterns for KS2 workshop"

Ancient Greece

KS2 History - Ancient Greece School Workshop

"KS2 history illustration showing King Alfred the Great, Anglo-Saxon Kingdoms map, Saxon sword and shield"

Anglo-Saxons

KS2 History - Anglo-Saxons School Workshop

"Illustration of the Great Fire of London with burning houses, Samuel Pepys, plague doctor and Pepys' diary from 1666 London streets – KS1 history workshop"

Great Fire of London

KS1 History – Great Fire of London School Workshop

KS2 history illustration of Victorian Britain, street child, Queen Victoria, factories, and steam train"

The Victorians

KS2 History - Victorians School Workshop

"KS2 history illustration showing wartime Britain, air raid warden, union jack flag and poppies"

World War II

KS2 History - Second World War School Workshop

"KS1 and KS2 illustration of famous explorers including Columbus's ship,  and Neil Armstrong on the moon "

Great Explorers

KS1 / KS2 History - Explorers Workshop

Roman soldiers, Roman emperor and Romulus and Remus – KS2 history workshop illustration"

The Romans

KS2 History - The Romans School Workshop

 

Have Questions Before You Book?

We’ve answered the most common questions from schools — including workshop length, group sizes, room setup, and what you can expect on the day. Whether you’re planning your first visit or booking again, everything you need is right here.