Theme Park Tycoon Spreadsheet

KS3 Spreadsheet Lesson – Theme Park Tycoon | Excel Project | Business Simulation Game

This free KS3 spreadsheet resource is a fun and engaging Theme Park Tycoon Excel project where students design and manage their own theme park using spreadsheets. Ideal for KS3 Computing, ICT, or Business lessons, this resource helps students develop essential spreadsheet skills by setting ride prices, managing costs, tracking visitor numbers, and calculating profit. Students build confidence using formulas, cell references, financial modelling, and data analysis in a creative, real-world scenario. Perfect for mixed-ability classes and SEN learners, with a clear structure and motivating theme.

What’s included:

• Fully working Excel spreadsheet (ready to use)
• Theme park layout with rides and pricing controls
• Built-in formulas for income, costs, and profit
• Student decision-making opportunities (pricing & strategy)
• Engaging, game-style learning experience

Skills covered:

• Formulas (+, −, ×, totals)
• Cell referencing
• Financial awareness (profit, costs, revenue)
• Problem-solving and decision-making

Great for 1–2 lessons or as part of a wider spreadsheets unit. Low-prep, high engagement, and classroom tested.