We are keen that children should develop enquiring minds and a scientific approach to problems and investigations, so that they can further explore and understand the world around them.
Contexts and activities are provided so that they can become involved in comparing, questioning and testing, which encourage skills of observation, planning, predicting, measuring, communicating etc., and give the children the confidence to handle tangible objects in direct learning situations. Everyday objects and events can provide many scientific and technological learning opportunities and a broad basic knowledge and understanding are promoted by relevance to everyday life.
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STEM
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics in an educational context. STEM-related learning is important in schools and at home, as it provides an opportunity for children to learn about topics and disciplines that will serve them well in later life, particularly for in-demand new job roles.
The children have been able to work alongside STEM ambassadors in all of these areas. They have benefitted from TEAMS talks, face – to – face workshops and full days of STEM activities.
Esme – Year 4 – I loved Mars day, it was interesting finding out information about Mars and how we may get to go there in the future.
Indreya – Year 4 – I found the talk from the gentleman who had complex learning needs inspirational, because he is now working in Engineering, but it took him many, many years to get there. I was amazed by his perseverance.
Matthew – Year 4 – I really enjoyed designing a robot that could help out at home and making gliders.
Noah – Year 1 – I loved Mars Day! I went home and made my own Solar System and space cakes.
Millie – Year 5 – I am really passionate about science, so I have really enjoyed the STEM workshops and talks, especially the ones focusing on women working in STEM.
