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Tiny Turbine

Inspiring, inclusive workshop about renewable energy led by an experienced civil engineer — real-world, hands-on learning!

Tiny Turbine

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This engaging workshop will teach KS1 and KS2 students about different ways of generating electricity, with a special focus on green and renewable methods. Led by an experienced civil engineer, your class will explore why sustainable energy is crucial for our planet's future. Children will get hands-on as they build their own Tiny Turbine and discover how wind can be harnessed to power our homes and schools.

Cost: £190 includes delivery and materials.

Want more? Solway STEM Academy offers a suite of 12 workshops that align real-world engineering challenges with key points in the national curriculum, making them an ideal enrichment opportunity for schools. Led by a qualified civil engineer with over a decade of industry experience, the workshops focus both on learning outcomes and whole-child development. Workshops range from 1 hour to full school days, and cost between £99 - £400 depending on the duration.

Learning outcomes

  • Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects

  • Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers

  • Challenge stereotypes by showing the diversity of disciplines, people and skills involved in engineering

Topics

  • Materials
  • Electricity
  • Earth and space
  • Forces
  • Structures
  • Mechanisms

Working scientifically

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:

  • Asking questions
  • Making predictions
  • Setting up tests
  • Observing and measuring
  • Evaluating

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:

  • Creativity - Using imagination and generating new ideas

  • Leadership - Supporting, encouraging and motivating others to achieve a shared goal

  • Problem solving - Finding solutions to challenges

Good for a career in...

  • Construction
  • Design
  • Energy
  • Environment
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