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Y7 & Y8 Science Museum Trip 

On the 12th of June, our Year 7 and Year 8 students visited the Science Museum in London for an exciting and enriching day of scientific exploration and hands-on learning. The trip was planned to complement and enhance key areas of the Key Stage 3 science curriculum, helping students to see how the concepts they learn in class are applied in the real world.

Wonderlab: The Equinor Gallery

The visit began with a session in the Wonderlab, an immersive, interactive space designed to inspire curiosity and deepen understanding through exploration. Students engaged with exhibits that covered fundamental areas of the science curriculum, including:

• Forces and Motion – exploring gravity, friction, and acceleration using slides, pulley systems, and spinning turntables.

• Light and Sound – using prisms, mirrors, and wave demonstrations to understand reflection, refraction, and how sound travels.

• Electricity and Magnetism – interacting with circuits and magnetic fields, building on classroom knowledge with real-life applications.

This experience supported students' development of scientific enquiry skills, encouraging them to hypothesise, test, and observe phenomena in a dynamic, hands-on environment.

Rocket Show

Students then attended the exciting Rocket Show, where they learned about the principles of Newton’s Laws of Motion. Through dramatic demonstrations and student participation, they explored how rockets launch and why they behave the way they do. This linked directly to the physics topics covered in Year 8, including forces, energy transfers, and pressure.

The show also included a historical perspective on space travel, connecting science with broader themes in technology and engineering.

Power Up Workshop

Finally, students took part in the Power Up Workshop, which offered a hands-on journey through the evolution of digital technology and video game development. This linked to the computing curriculum, with students exploring coding logic, hardware development, and the impact of scientific innovation on entertainment and communication.

This workshop encouraged critical thinking about how science and computing intersect and evolve—particularly relevant for students exploring digital systems and the role of technology in society.

Impact

The trip provided a rich, memorable extension to classroom learning, encouraging students to ask questions, make connections, and deepen their understanding of scientific concepts. Both year groups demonstrated excellent engagement, curiosity, and behaviour throughout the day.

A big thank you to our brilliant students for representing the school so positively. We look forward to many more opportunities to take learning beyond the classroom!