British Science Week has been a whirlwind of discovery and inspiration for our students! This year’s theme was ‘Change and Adapt’! Everyday this week Mrs Wassel hosted assemblies for students along this theme, explaining how changing and adapting plays a big part in science; you can find examples in every area of STEM. Cities, towns and other areas where people live change and adapt as the world’s population grows, plants and animals change and adapt to their surroundings to survive. Technology has changed exponentially and adapted to our new, busier lives (or have we changed as technology has developed?). For example, phone technology has changed rotary home telephones to smartphones. 

Meanwhile in IT lessons, we’ve focused on showcasing the incredible possibilities of technology, and thanks to the fantastic resources from TechSheCan, our students have been diving headfirst into the world of innovation. 

Our 11-14 year olds have explored TechSheCan’s on-demand lessons. From “Tech for Sustainable AI” to “Tech for Living in Space,” these engaging sessions have opened their eyes to the diverse and impactful careers available in the tech sector. It’s been wonderful to see them grapple with real-world challenges and consider how technology can be used to create a better future, whether that’s through sustainable transport, helping people, or protecting our planet. 

A particular highlight was the Year 7 class’s participation in the BBC Live Lesson on “Living in Space”. What made it even more special? They got to hear directly from the incredible British astronaut, Tim Peake! His insights and experiences brought the topic to life, sparking imaginations and igniting a passion for space exploration. It was truly an unforgettable experience. 

On Tuesday, we were thrilled to welcome the team from the Newcastle University outreach program, who conducted an eye-opening session for our Year 7 students on the topic of marine conservation. The students dove into the fascinating ways marine animals are adapting to their rapidly changing environments. They explored the pressing issue of plastic pollution and its alarming journey through the food chain.

It’s been fantastic to see our students so engaged and enthusiastic about science and technology. We hope these experiences have planted the seeds for future innovators and problem-solvers. A huge thank you to TechSheCan, the BBC and Newcastle University for providing such valuable and inspiring resources. We can’t wait to see what our students achieve next!