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

Project Impact and Partners

IMPACT REPORTING

Quarterly

March 2021

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS

How we monitor the quality and results of our work

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