Keir Hardie Memorial Primary held a Spectacular Science Week packed full of activities for the pupils to engage and enthuse them about science and its uses in the “real” world. The fun-packed week started with children being treated to a science show from Think Science Company. The school also received visits from Zoolab, The Glasgow Science Centre, forensic police, the countryside ranger and health professionals. P6 and P7 also had a fantastic visit to Brannock High School and took part in a wide range of activities.
In classes pupils carried out a range of practical investigations, where children developed their thinking, listening and negotiating skills. Some classes carried out experiments using magnets, while others investigated bubbles, evaporation, dissolving and chemical reactions.
The science week has helped to develop the children’s enthusiasm for science and has provided a hands-on approach to learning. It has also helped to develop links with the local community and has provided memorable science experiences linked to Curriculum For Excellence. The school was able to fund the activities during this week thanks to funding from the Edina Trust Science Grant Scheme.
Pupil Comments:
Eva/ Aaron (Primary 6) – It has been a really enjoyable learning different aspects of science, especially through active learning.
Mia (P4) – I have loved science week. My favourite part was the visit from Think Science. It was lots of fun!
Freya (P2) – My favourite part of the week was when I got to hold the snake.
Jordan (P7) – Visiting Brannock High School was great because we got to work in a real science lab and use a Bunsen burner.
