The activities organised by our Science and Design Technology Departments were designed to give our students an insight into the world of science beyond their usual classroom experience.

These included a guest speaker from the University of Suffolk teaching our fifth and sixth form students about careers in Diagnostic Radiography, where students learnt about the different scanning techniques used and what life studying at university would look like.

We also had a chance to highlight some of the wonderful clubs running at Norwich High by inviting new students to have taster sessions. Our award winning Robotics Club showed new students how to code and control their Lego robotics, and our F24 Racing Team introduced U4 & L5 students to our car the ‘Silver Duck’ and discussed their experiences in building and racing their very own electric race car.

Students also had the chance to get competitive during the week with our Upside-down Maze challenge, the Nerf Gun accuracy and precision mission, and the Hydrogen Rocket launching contest. Everyone who took part in these events did a tremendous job and our three winners; Maddie Rose U4E, Anna Holmes U3J and Hannah Williams L5S, all received certificates during Friday’s Science assembly.

The events didn’t stop there, with Key Fob torch building where U3 & L4 students were using soldering irons to build their very own torches, and Mr Jones’ Morse Code challenge, to Dr Heselden’s incredible Howling Jelly Babies and Exploding Pringles demonstrations, and students exploring space and rollercoasters through the wonders of VR, there was something for everyone this week.

We would like to say a big thank you to everyone who took part in a British Science Week event, and to all the staff and sixth form students who have helped organise and run each activity.

View the full programme of activities for British Science Week here.