Science of Christmas Lectures

We welcomed over 100 Year 6 pupils from 3 local state primary schools for an afternoon of Christmas themed fun. Our Biology, Physics and Chemistry departments delivered interactive lectures with the theme ‘The Science of Christmas’ in our Olivier Hall. Physics discussed Rudolph’s ‘Incredible Journey’ with the issues of friction and how fast he must travel. Chemistry demonstrated ‘The Colours of Christmas’ with Poinsettia plants being chopped up for scientific demonstrations. Following this, Biology captivated everyone with ‘Plate to Poo’ by showing everyone the digestive journey of our Christmas Dinner. We ended the afternoon with a visit from Santa Claus and Christmas Carols around the tree.

Aims

The aim of this workshop was to increase interest and curiosity around science in primary school pupils.

Resources

Use of the Olivier Hall

St Edward's Biology, Chemistry and Physics teachers and technicians

Pupil Involvement

St Edward’s Brass Band came together to accompany carols around the tree

Approximately 100 year 6 pupils from 3 local state primary schools

Frequency

This was a one-off event. We hope to be able to replicate it again in the future and expand the model to other subject areas.