Workshop
Just like an engineer does everyday, we will identify problems and build solutions, led by the children themselves.
Primary
In this creative hands-on making workshop, children will work together in teams to build their own marble rollercoasters using a variety of materials. Children will become engineers, identifying problems and creating and experimenting with solutions. Throughout the workshop, children will practice and develop their creativity, problem solving and resilience skills.
Capacity Between 15 and 30 students
Cost £5 per pupil
Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects
Develop engineering employability skills
Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers
Whichever curriculum your school follows, pupils should have the opportunity to carry out practical investigations in science that help them to develop their scientific skills. This experience builds the following enquiry skills:
The essential skills every young person needs to succeed in education and their future career. Find out more at the Skills Builder Partnership. This experience builds the following skills:
Planning - Setting goals and designing routes to achieve them
Creativity - Using imagination and generating new ideas
Problem solving - Finding solutions to challenges
Speaking - Transmitting information or ideas
Adapting - Overcoming challenges and setbacks to achieve goals
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Primary
Tech We Can Champions are volunteers who visit schools virtually or in person to inspire future generations about a career in tech.
Primary
A fun series of engineering challenges where young people must build bridges of varying styles and strengths.
Primary
Take your learning outside and discover how engineers develop strength in structures from domes to bridges to teepees and tarp shelters
