This practical problem-solving workshop is technology based and has been used in the past by schools to fit in with a topic on the Romans but works equally well as a standalone exciting engineering challenge for your class.
During the workshop, children will be guided through the main parts of catapult construction, each making a small catapult which they can keep. They will then work in pairs to use construction kits, provided by us, to tackle a challenge set by the workshop leader.
There is a competitive element to the challenge with certificates awarded in specific categories. Every child is encouraged to review their own successes during the workshop and is awarded a personalised certificate of achievement.
This workshop can take place in the classroom.
To book this workshop, please email Helen Bailey h.bailey@stempointeast.org.uk
Years
4, 5 & 6
A whole day: 2 x 2 1/2 hours sessions/workshops at £390 per day
Morning only: 1 x 2 1/2 hours sessions/workshops at £265 per morning
All materials and equipment provided. Maximum class numbers = 30 pupils
Helpers:
You will need to provide 1 adult helper in addition to the class teacher for each session/workshop