Kids take on secret agent training, testing skills like observation, stealth, code-breaking and teamwork as they work towards graduating as fully-fledged spies. The whole group plays together in one room full of lights, sound and effects, guided by a dedicated gamesmaster and our spy-training computer, Spy-Q.

Spy Academy is recommended for ages 8+. Children aged 6 and 7 can take part at a parent's discretion, but no one under 6 can take part. Every group needs at least 2 supervising adults aged 18+, or 3 if there are 16 or more children.

Every booking includes the full Spy Academy experience (about an hour) for your private group, run by a dedicated gamesmaster, plus a team photo at the end. You can then add extras to build your party: 40 minutes of party room hire, our pizza party catering and Spy Academy party bags. Add them when you book, or email info@team-machine.co.uk at least 72 hours beforehand.

It's a mix of puzzles, communication and teamwork, with some physical activity: moving around the room, hands-on challenges and the occasional short dash. Spy Academy involves a bit more moving around than Synergy 1.0, but both are only as energetic as your group makes them. Wear comfortable clothes and supportive shoes.

Children remain the responsibility of their accompanying adults throughout their visit, including in the party room and while eating. Your gamesmaster runs the experience and keeps an eye on safety, but at least 2 supervising adults (3 for 16 or more children) must stay with the group the whole time.

Spy Academy is designed to be exciting rather than scary. There are no sudden loud noises, though there's atmospheric music, lighting and sound effects throughout. If your child is sensitive to noise or light, get in touch before your visit; we can often adapt the experience.

Yes. Spy Academy is fully replayable, as it mainly tests spy skills rather than puzzle-solving. Synergy 1.0 can be replayed too and is unlikely to unfold the same way twice, though the story and main activities stay the same. New experiences are on the way: join our mailing list in the website footer to hear first.

Yes. Spy Academy is ideal for school trips, youth groups, Scouts, Guides and community organisations, and we operate a full Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. The usual supervision rules apply: at least 2 adults from your organisation (3 for 16 or more children) stay with the group throughout. Get in touch to discuss group rates and requirements.