Science is ‘brought to life’ at schools, near Bury St Edmunds, as part of British Science Week
Children have enjoyed a fun and exciting week that has seen them explore the solar system and make their own slime as part of a celebration of science.
For British Science Week, schools have put on a packed programme of activities to challenge and inspire young minds.
Pupils at Great Whelnetham Church of England Primary School, near Bury St Edmunds, enjoyed a week filled with space exploration, astronaut training and environmental discussions.
A highlight was the WonderDome planetarium experience, where pupils explored the solar system, saw the far side of the moon, and learned about the Lunar Roving Vehicle still on its surface. They also debated the possibility of humans living on Mars in the future.
Robins class took part in a BBC live science lesson, learning how astronauts stay healthy in space and exploring how small changes, like using the correct paper products, can protect the planet.
Head of school Bobby Varela said: "It was wonderful to see the children's awe and wonder. The excitement after our WonderDome experience led to fantastic discussions and insightful questions."
The school said British Science Week had ’truly ignited a passion for science’ at Great Whelnetham Primary, inspiring pupils to explore the world around them.
Meanwhile at Ickworth Park Primary School, in Horringer, Sublime Science came in for the day as part of a whole-school STEM week, tying in with British Science Week.
Sublime Science ran interactive, hands-on science workshops with each class from Early Years to Year 6.
Emily Weller, science lead at Ickworth Park Primary, said: “During the workshop the children learnt how to make and create sound vacuums, thunder drums and craft their own slime.
“The day was filled with excitement and provided an engaging and educational experience that brought science to life for the children.
“As science lead, I am committed to ensuring that children from all backgrounds consider a future in science and the field of STEM, which is why making the entire week exciting is essential.”
The week at Ickworth Park also featured STEM ambassadors visiting, a computing day using IndiBots, a maths day of Times Tables Rock Stars inter-class battles, and visitors from members of the school community who work in the field of STEM.
“This is a week in the school calendar which we all really look forward to, both staff and children!” added Mrs Weller.