School Workshops
The Women of Space
This series of age-differentiated, lively, engaging and fact-packed workshops brings to life a few of the many women who have played such an important role in humanity’s journey to the stars – perfect for World Space Week!
Introduction
This series of age-differentiated, lively, engaging and fact-packed workshops brings to life a few of the many women who have played such an important role in humanity’s journey to the stars:
- Mary Jackson – a mathematician with a planet-sized brain!
- Margaret Hamilton – cosmic computer expert!
- Valentina Tereshkova – the first woman in space!
- Helen Sharman – the UK’s first astronaut!
- Mae Jemison – the first ever black female spacefarer!
- Not to mention Laika – the world’s first Astro-dog!
Also including a look at the work of British scientist Maggie Aderin-Pocock, who is using the science of space to help in the battle against climate change!
| Year Groups | EYFS-KS3 |
|---|---|
| Curriculum | Science |
| Pupil Numbers | 60 pupils per workshop |
| Duration | 30 minutes upwards (depending on how many classes) |
Workshop FAQs
How many pupils can take part?
The Women of Space can accommodate up-to 60 pupils per workshop.
What is the format of the day?
Workshops for up to 2 classes at a time, together with – if you wish it – an opening assembly.
Are there any technical requirements?
There are no technical requirements for this workshop.
Where will the workshops take place?
These workshops will require the use of the school hall.
Workshop Testimonials
“The children thoroughly enjoyed the workshops and all were completely engaged,. Even now a week later, the children are still talking about it and repeating the ‘SUN BURNS!!’ part. They learnt so much in just a short amount of time and will remember it due to the engaging way it was presented. Lots of the children surprised me with their knowledge – Jackson expertly drew out what they already knew and expanded on it. We will definitely be booking your services in the future.”
“The children and staff thoroughly enjoyed the day. Although this isn’t the first time Springwell has used your services, it is personally my first experience and I can see why the staff have been so complementary. I really look forward to working with you again in the near future”
“Our pupils absolutely loved having “Neil Armstrong” in school for the day, the workshops were really engaging and further embedded the pupils’ knowledge about the moon and the moon landing. It was a brilliant day that the children thoroughly enjoyed.”
“We had a wonderful visitor to Star of the Sea yesterday, Major Tom from As Creatives. The boys had a day of fun and learning while the rain poured down outside! “
“The children absolutely loved the day, and all year groups were completely invested in it. The whole day ran brilliantly, and I cannot speak highly enough about Chris – he was a pleasure to work with, and was excellent with both the children and adults – he absolutely made the day as special as it was. We have also received positive feedback from parents, who enjoyed the family maths workshop, and as a school we were blown away by the attendance!”
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