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Each of the 6 interactive ScienceWorks exhibitions consists of 12 hands-on exhibits focusing on the National Curriculum Science programme of study at KS1, KS2 and KS3. Developed for easy self operation and supported by comprehensive teacher’s notes, the exhibits are suitable for either schools or community events. They may be used in the classroom or as part of a larger science event within the whole school. It is also possible for senior schools to host an interactive exhibition in conjunction with their feeder primary schools, strengthening links and presenting opportunities for different year groups to share ideas or work together.
The aim of ScienceWorks is to widen the evidence with which children may challenge their existing ideas of ‘how’ and ‘why’ things happen. Communication skills are stretched as pupils discuss and explore the activities during the session and subsequently in the classroom. The interactive nature of the exhibits does not only lend itself to science, but is completely cross-curricular. The flexibility of the ‘hands-on’ approach of these exhibits means that it is unnecessary to have prior scientific knowledge. ScienceWorks are also ideal for children with special educational needs.
The exhibitions do not require any special skills or instructions for use. Each set stacks onto two trolleys to make then easy to move and store. East set requires 12 tables approx 110 x 60 cm (or similar) and at least 2 mains electricity sockets. They will easily fit into a hall, library, gym etc.
The exhibition will be delivered to you by a member of staff from The Observatory Science Centre. They will usually be delivered on the day before the booking begins and collected at the end of the last day (or during the next day). Delivery is free of charge within a 25 mile radius of the centre, then chargeable by distance
The minimum 2 days booking costs £200 + VAT
Additional days are £60 + VAT
Bookings are for a minimum of 2 days.
You will be sent an invoice after your booking confirmation.
Payment is
expected no later than 14 days prior to the booked delivery date.
Please ring Jane to check availability and to discuss details 01323 832731
ext 112.
Or send an email enquiry to:
outreach@the-observatory.org
A set of comprehensive teacher notes accompanies each set of exhibits and will be available to you via email when the booking is confirmed.