On Friday, Year 3 and Year 4 pupils ended their first week of term with an exciting and educational visit to the Catalyst Science and Discovery Centre in Widnes.
The trip provided a fantastic opportunity to bring classroom learning to life. During the Being a Scientist workshop, pupils demonstrated excellent scientific understanding as they investigated acids and alkalis. Working collaboratively, they showed real tenacity in problem-solving tasks, while their communication skills were evident as they discussed ideas, shared observations and explained their thinking with confidence.
Beyond the workshop, pupils thoroughly enjoyed exploring the centre’s interactive displays, where they were able to put their scientific knowledge to the test through hands-on activities and experiments. The experience encouraged curiosity, questioning and a genuine enthusiasm for science.
Throughout the visit, the children were outstanding ambassadors for the school, displaying exemplary behaviour, maturity and engagement. Members of the Catalyst team were highly complimentary, commenting that “they are the best group we have ever had.”
It was a truly memorable visit and a wonderful start to the term, reinforcing our commitment to learning beyond the classroom and inspiring our pupils as confident, inquisitive young scientists.