SCIENTISTS FOR THE DAY



SATRO Volunteer Chris Dymond leading the 'Scene in a Box' activity
with Year 4 & Councillor Frost visiting



360 pupils at St Martin’s Infant and Junior schools in Epsom experienced an exciting day of science activities on 28^th January.   Each of the 12 classes were led by one of SATRO’s expert volunteers from an engineering background. The programme covered various topics ranging from forces and properties of materials to electric circuits.  The six different workshops, designed to inspire young people about the fun of science and encourage them to continue their science-related studies into secondary school and beyond, were well received by pupils and teachers.  One of the highlights of the day was the launching of water rockets by Year 6 pupils.

The success of the day was captured in the following pupils’ comments:

“You have given inspiration to me about designing and inventing.” “It has been the best science day ever... definitely made me more interested in science.”

And from a teacher:              

  “Never have I seen my class so enthusiastic and engaged.  They have really learnt the importance of team work and accuracy.”

The day was kindly sponsored by local Epsom County Councillor, Mr Chris Frost, who visited the school to see the children in action.  He commented that he had been inspired by his science teacher to become an industrial chemist and therefore hoped that this event would likewise encourage young people to think about a science career. The school and SATRO thank Cllr Frost for his generous support.