In celebration of Science Week, all of Year 8 at The Clarendon Academy in Trowbridge were taken on a trip to the We The Curious science and arts centre in Bristol. This was a real treat for everyone taking part after not being able to have a whole year group school trip for two years.
The students made the most of the experience by enjoying a variety of experiments which added to their scientific, mathematic, artistic and geographic knowledge. Among the activities they enjoyed were creating an Aardman style animation, enjoying a glimpse of life as an astronaut in the Space Gallery, moulding tactile sand and studying the science of food.
There was also time to contemplate some of life’s big questions, such as:
- Is there another me in the Universe?
- Who was the first person to see sand?
- How do you become invisible?
- What controls our perception of time and how can we slow it down?
- Why do rainbows make people happy?
- Can your soul be seen by science?
- Will we ever find a way to prevent being ill?
Throughout the visit, the students enjoyed a brilliant time, with quotes from the group including:
“One of my favourite parts was the planetarium as it made you feel like you were actually in space and visiting the planets” – Izzy C
“I enjoyed talking to people I usually don’t. I liked watching the 3D show” – Kizzy R
“Milking the cow brought a fun and educational experience! I have the ‘UDDER-most’ respect for farmers” – Maya
“I really enjoyed the hamster wheel and making a marble run upstairs” – Jessica B
Following the trip, Year 8 students can still be heard discussing the best parts of their trip and are often seen writing with their complementary We The Curious pens and pencils. Due to the success of the trip, and how every student demonstrated our values of respect, determination and excellence, the school has decided that the trip will now be a yearly expedition for our Year 8 pupils. So, Year 7 Clarendon students, get excited!