STEM Activities

Listed here you will find a short description of local science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) enhancement and enrichment (E&E) activities which can be delivered by STEM Ambassadors or by school staff.

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Computer Control – Key Stage 1 and 2

A basic computer electronics project carried out over 2 sessions:

Session 1 involves programming models of traffic lights. A computer flowchart program is used to write a procedure for the outputs of the traffic lights.

Session 2 involves using the same programme to control a buggy and move it round a course, switches on the buggy sense when an obstacle is hit.

All equipment is provided for these sessions. 

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K’Nex Design – Key Stage 1,2 and 3

The K’nex challenge takes place in school over half a day. An engineer gives a short talk on their job role and sets the challenge. Students work in team to draw a design and recreate it using K’nex kits.

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K’Nex Structures – Key Stage 1 and 2

These design and technology sessions run over half a day encourage students to use construction sets to build structures such as bridges, transport models or playground furniture. Learners are encouraged to use their creativity whilst developing their problem solving, team working and communication skills.

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Me and My Senses – Key Stage 1 and 2

A series of activities for students to investigate their bodies and senses through a series of exercises exploring Taste/Smell, Touch, Hearing, Sight, Skeleton/bones, measuring and weighing the body, designed to support delivery of the Life and Living Processes units of the National Curriculum.

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Rocket Challenge – Key Stage 1, 2, and 3

Students are encouraged to work in teams to manufacture the various components of a rocket and assemble them for testing. Throughout the process students learn about rockets, how they work, the materials used and forces.

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For further information on any of these activities or to register for the STEM eshot detailing forthcoming opportunities and activities please email stempoint@neba.org.uk

Information on regional and national STEM E&E opportunities can be found at www.stemdirectories.org.uk