Engineering Education Scheme Wales Limited Micronauts - Space Workshops for Primary Schools
PROJECT DESCRIPTION

EESW have developed a new space themed workshop suitable for primary school KS2 pupils, with the aim of increasing coding skills. Following an introduction into the history of space exploration and satellites, using a microbit, pupils will create a 2 player game to help them train for the launch of a vital and secret mission, to prove they have the problem-solving skills needed to be a successful "Micronaut", including communication, teamwork and following instructions to learn basic coding.

Beneficiaries

  • Children / Young People

    Primary school pupils

  • Number of beneficiaries - 25

    Average of 25 pupils per workshop, funding dependent

Geographic reach

  • Wales: Nationwide
BENEFICIARIES REACHED ANNUALLY

200

Average of 25 pupils per workshop, based on 8 workshops

SIZE OF PROJECT PER ANNUM

£10,000.00

TIMELINE

Oct 2025 Onwards

Project Outcome Targets

Support young people throughout their education, enriching their learning and application of STEM

Young people with enthusiasm and interest in STEM subjects prior to secondary school level

Engagement in practical activities working in groups with others, gaining life skills and confidence

Project Activities

  • Linking with schools across Wales to support and enrich subject learning

  • Liaising with teachers or learners and requesting teacher feedback via surveys post-delivery

  • Have a large network of industry partners to inform of the future skills needs for Wales

  • Working closely with professional institutions to ensure engagement from all STEM sectors

  • Collaborating on projects with HEIs to ensure ongoing learning post-education and inspire learners

Resources Needed For The Project

Resource Description Quantity needed When needed How this donation supports the project (Enabling Actions or KPIs)
MONEY Workshop is ready to deliver in primary schools with resources and kit; funding required for staff time and travel costs Funding dependent on number of workshops required Flexible Funding pays for staff time and travel expenses, and some small printing, kits and resources are already available
Project Impact and Partners
IMPACT REPORTING

Quarterly

March 2021

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
UN SDG 4: Quality Education
How we monitor the quality and results of our work

Ongoing feedback surveys, online and paper based, from wider stakeholders in education and industry