Where’s the engineering in that? The theme Park

Learning outcomes

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  Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects

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  Improve attainment and progress in STEM subjects

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  Develop engineering employability skills

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  Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers

Gatsby benchmarks

The Gatsby benchmarks are a framework for good careers guidance for schools across all of England and in some areas across the rest of the UK. This experience helps your school to reach the following benchmarks:

• Linking curriculum learning to careers
• Encounters with employers and employees

Essential 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:

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  Leadership - supporting, encouraging and motivating others to achieve a shared goal.

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  Listening - the ability to listen and understand information.

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  Problem solving - the ability to find a solution to a complex situation or challenge.

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  Teamwork - working cooperatively with others towards achieving a shared goal.