As part of our Space topic, UKS2 visited the Centre for Life in Newcastle to learn about the International Space Station and life beyond our planet. They all took part in a workshop called Destination Space where the children learnt how astronauts live on the International Space Station. In this, they used robots to repair solar panels on the ISS; tested the absorbency of space nappies and taste-tested fresh, freeze-dried and dehydrated strawberries! All children were given free time to explore the Centre for Life and everyone visited the planetarium where they learnt about the constellations. Finally they watched a Fire vs Ice live science show and were amazed at how fire and ice can co-exist. No school trip would be complete without a visit to the gift shop and a sing-song on the coach on the way home. The children were impeccably behaved and a credit to the school. Well done UKS2!
Article 13: You have the right to find out things and share what you think with others, by talking, drawing, writing or in any other way unless it harms or offends other people.
Article 17: You have the right to get information that is important to your well-being, from radio, newspaper, books, computers and other sources. Adults should make sure that the information you are getting is not harmful, and help you find and understand the information you need
Article 28: You have the right to a good quality education. You should be encouraged to go to school to the highest level you can.
Article 31: You have the right to play and rest
