We very recently had an exciting visit from the Royal Institution delivering a really impressive Science show. We had Ted leading the Energy LIVE! show which was an exciting audience led show, delving into the different stores of energy and how they affect our lives. Through lively, fire-based demonstrations, Ted took  the intimidation out of the terminology around energy and showed us just how simple this subject can be.

Year 3, Year 4 and Year 5 left their shows not only knowing their elastic from their gravitational, but also fired up (pun intended) about energy and with a newly-enthused approach to Science. An audience favourite was certainly Ted setting his hand on fire and launching a rocket across the hall. The children were VERY excited but ensured they showed the value of respect. Ted commented on how lovely our school was and how wonderful the children were.

The staff in Year 3, Year 4 and Year 5, along with our Science lead Miss Canfield, also received some training after school focussed on creating exciting, playful opportunities for our children to explore Science in school. Everyone left with some great ideas (although none with flame hands!).

This session was very kindly funded by The Farr Foundation which is a charity that supports organisations dedicated to inspiring school-aged children, raising their aspirations through STEM-related (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) activities. We are very grateful for their support.