Year 3 had a blast learning to identify solids, liquids and gases this afternoon. We discussed the properties of each state of matter and worked together to sort examples of each into the correct groups. We then set up an investigation to explore to explore the properties of gases. #ScienceatWelbeck
Year 6/5C investigated shadows in science by creating a shadow puppet theatre for everyone to enjoy. 🎭
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We tried the experiment with different carbonated liquids and also tested with both warm and cold cola. The warm cola created the biggest geyser. Great fun had by all. #ScienceatWelbeck
In Y3 science club, we did the famous mentos and coke experiment. We discussed how it is a physical reaction and how the carbon dioxide rushes to escape when the mentos are added. #ScienceatWelbeck
Year 6W have been using their oracy skills to rehearse explanations of how the eye works so that we can see, in preparation for writing an explanation text! We have been using technical vocabulary such as: cornea, retina, optical nerve, convex, transparent. #ScienceatWelbeck #OracyatWelbeck
To kick start our States of Matter lesson this week, everyone in year 4/3 worked together to group solids, liquids and gases. There was such impressive scientific dialogue in the room and we discussed the fact that some of the items could change state too! #ScienceatWelbeck #OracyatWelbeck
In science club, Y3 explored sound. We made salt dance on cups using sounds waves, made a phone using cups and string and felt the sound vibrations moving down the string as we spoke. The children loved being able to see the sound waves and communicate with their string phones! #ScienceatWelbeck
Year 3 wrapped up #BritishScienceWeek with another exciting investigation to explore forces! We predicted which material would be best for a parachute before making prototypes from foam, net, paper, foil and denim. We then tested them outside and were suprised by some results. #ScienceatWelbeck
For #BritishScienceWeek , Year 6/5C explored the power of static electricity. ⚡️
We picked up objects, moved cans and even bent water. 💧
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Science week went off with a BANG this week as F2 got busy exploring floating and sinking, magnetic forces, changing states and exploding experiments! 🧪 #EYFSatWelbeck #ScienceatWelbeck
For British Science Week Y4/3 tried to answer the question 'What's the best design for a paper aeroplane? ' We made, investigated and tested three different designs. It was fun on such a windy day !😄 #ScienceatWelbeck #BritishScienceWeek2026
To demonstrate democracy during Science Week, our Year 5 students voted for the experiment they wanted to do! 🗳️🔬 The winning choice was Elephant’s Toothpaste! 🐘🧪 The children loved watching the exciting reaction and seeing the foam erupt! #ScienceatWelbeck
This year's #BritishScienceWeek 's theme is Curiosity. Y2K carried out an investigation to see which object fell to the floor the fastest. We also discussed who Isaac Newton was and his discovery of gravity. #ScienceatWelbeck
Y6 are preparing to write an explanation text about the eye this week. 👁️ They gathered names of parts of the eye, then worked in teams to draw and label a diagram of the eye, before presenting their explanation to the class. #EnglishatWelbeck #OracyatWelbeck #ScienceatWelbeck
Our Y6 engineers set about designing a boat that could bear weights. Each team designed boats factoring in surface area, water-proof materials, forces and reinforcement. The winning team’s boat could support 600g! Well done Jade, Aishah and Ruqayyah! #ScienceatWelbeck #BritishScienceWeek
To celebrate #BritishScienceWeek’s theme of curiosity, Year 4/3 explored the question ‘How do birds build their nests?’ We worked collaboratively to design and build a nest suitable for birds to use in our wonderful Forest Garden. #ScienceatWelbeck #OutdoorLearningatWelbeck
Year 3 science club made lava lamps to explore density and chemical reactions. We saw how oil and water dont mix then we watched the reactions taking place. We watched as the CO2 gas was released, floated up through the oil and then the trapped water fell back through the oil. #ScienceatWelbeck
To celebrate #BritishScienceWeek, Year 3 were challenged to work as marine engineers, making floating rafts out of paper. We ensured we conducted a fair test to investigate what shape and size of boat works best to carry the most marbles without sinking. #ScienceatWelbeck #OutdoorLearningatWelbeck
To kick-start Science Week, Year 5C received a special message from NASA! Their mission: send a light message from Earth to a space station. Using their knowledge that light travels in straight lines, they used mirrors to reflect the beam and guide it to its target. #ScienceatWelbeck
Fantastic Year 4 had an inspiring afternoon in our wonderful forest garden, exploring how birds make their nests and building some of our own! 🐦 🦢 🦅 #britishscienceweek #scienceatwelbeck
It was our final morning in Oulu, Finland. The children have safely made it back to England. #EnrichmentatWelbeck #ScienceatWelbeck
Our Year 5s have thoroughly enjoyed their final evening in Oulu, Finland. They watched some of the Winter-Swimming World Championships, walked around the ‘Big Island’ with views of the frozen sea, and built a snowman before enjoying a treats night! #50ThingsatWelbeck #ScienceatWelbeck @ecsa.ngo
The Children's Cultural Centre was a hit with the children. They learnt about the history of Oulu, Finland and had an opportunity to explore their activities. #EnrichmentatWelbeck #ScienceatWelbeck #HistoryatWelbeck
We have glorious sunshine 🌞 today in Oulu, Finland. We are off to the Children's Cultural Centre. #EnrichmentatWelbeck #ScienceatWelbeck
Our Year 5 scientists were guests of honour in the closing ceremony for the ECSA Conference 2026. They were invited on stage to tell delegates what their highlights have been and how future ECSA conferences can include more children #ScienceatWelbeck @ecsa.ngo
Our Year 5 scientists have arrived at the Oulu shopping centre alongside members from Oulu University and they are showing visitors how they have been learning about and connecting with special places in Nature #ScienceatWelbeck @ecsa.ngo
It is our second day at the ECSA Science Conference. The year 5 children handed out surveys to gather information for their research project. Shanaya was also interviewed for a podcast! #EnrichmentatWelbeck #ScienceatWelbeck @ecsa.ngo
The year 5 children walked to the University of Oulu this morning. We walked through a forest and spotted an ice rink along the way. #EnrichmentatWelbeck #ScienceatWelbeck
After a fun filled day of presenting and meeting scientists from around the world, the children ended their night with a quiet game of Ludo. #EnrichmentatWelbeck #ScienceatWelbeck
Our Year 5 scientists concluded their presentation by leading roundtable discussions about the benefits of including children in scientific research and how other schools and institutions can follow suit #ScienceatWelbeck ##50ThingsatWelbeck @ecsa.ngo
