Circus Workshop Excites Young Scientists at Staines Prep School

13th February 2009

The children learnt in their science class this week that pushing, pulling and balancing were not simply childhood antics. Instead of taking a ringside view, Year 1 class members got well and truly stuck in when the circus came to town with science in mind.

The class enjoyed a lively investigative workshop based on a colourful circus theme that demonstrated the concept of forces. Sponsored by Shell Education Services, the fun, hands-on workshop was aimed at inspiring the children to develop scientific skills that they might use in the future.

The boys and girls soon got to grips with balancing clowns and spinning, pulling and rolling objects as they learnt about everything from the effects of gravity to magnetic forces.

“The workshop encourages children to explore and question science in a practical way and to engage with the excitement of science,” said Shell Education Services workshop leader Mike Reed.

Head of Staines Prep Lower School Mrs Sue Williams said, “Everyone enjoyed a stimulating and well-organised workshop. The concepts covered supported our own work on forces and the children were motivated and enthusiastic throughout the day.”

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