FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
If you do not find the answer your particular question here then either e-mail me at planetarium-man@o2.co.uk or phone me on 01604 714712. If I am not there to take your call please leave a message and a number on which you can be contacted and I will call you back as soon as possible.
F.A.Q.
Q. What is a planetarium?
A. A planetarium is an installation in which the night sky can be projected on to a dome creating to those inside a real impression of being out side on a starry moonless night.
Q. Does the planetarium presentation only show the night sky?
A. No, in addition to projecting the night sky video presentations are made illustrating the Solar System and images of the planets.
Q. Do I have to visit your planetarium?
A. No, the planetarium is fully mobile and visits your venue; it is installed in any suitable space with a 13 amp power supply.
Q. What sort of space is required for the Planetarium?
A. A floor space of at least 7m by 7m and a clear height of 3m is required. School assembly halls are the ideal type of space needed.
Q. Our school hall is used for school dinners; can the Planetarium be broken down so that lunch can be served?
A. No, if a full day is booked other arrangement must be made for the students to have lunch else where.
Q. Can other activities be carried out in the school hall during Planetarium presentations?
A. No. The Planetarium dome is not sound proof and like in any other classroom outside noises would be a distraction.
Q. How many presentations can be made in a day?
A. A full day booking is for five presentations. That is three before lunch break and two after lunch.
Q. If I additional presentations are wanted can these be arranged?
A. Yes, additional presentations can be arranged at the time of the original booking. These will usually be after normal school hours and will usually be charged on a pro Rata basis.
Q. How many students can attend a presentation?
A. Health and Safety regulations limit the number to thirty students per session.
Q. What sort of timing should I allow for each session?
A. Allow forty five minutes for each session. Time inside the dome is approximately thirty minutes but it takes time to get students in and out of the dome.
Q. Can students ask questions of the presenter?
A. Yes, students can ask questions of the presenter. Time for questions is after the presentation.
Q. What is the cost of a visit of The Planetarium Man to my school?
A. Within the County of Northamptonshire the fees are as follows:
- Full day: Five presentations £350:00 (Three hundred and fifty pounds)
- Morning and afternoon session: Three presentations £250:00 (Two hundred and fifty pounds)
- Afternoon session: Two presentations £200:00 (Two hundred pounds)
Q. Do you visit schools beyond Northamptonshire?
A. Yes. Out of county visits are subject to quotation.
Note: The fees quoted above include all travelling expenses.
Adult assistance is required to unload and reload my vehicle. No heavy lifting is required.
Q. How do I make a booking for your visit to my event?
A. Complete the form on this page.
Offer alternate dates for the visit as I may not be able to accommodate your date of first choice. On receipt of this information I will confirm your booking by e-mail.
Thank you for your interest I look forward to visiting your school in the near future.
