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Stewards became a Science Specialist School
in September 2003. This has led to many
developments in the Science Department and
in other areas of the school. The Science
laboratories have been refurbished and a
further new laboratory will open in September
2005.
Great emphasis is placed on the use of
ICT to enhance learning and teaching in
Science. The use of laptop computers allows
pupils to experience experiments in a controlled
environment and to research information
on topics they are studying. Simulations
are used to demonstrate difficult concepts
and the use of camera's and projectors ensures
that every child can witness the demonstrations
carried out by the teachers.
Two post doctorate graduates of Imperial
College London have contributed to the development
of teaching materials and have run a very
popular Science Club alongside other staff
from the department. Stewards Science staff
are contributing material to the town wide
Virtual Learning Environment which will
be used by pupils in all schools.
Trips and visits to places of Scientific
interest such as the Space Centre and the
Science Museum have helped to show pupils
that Science is a dynamic and fascinating
subject.
Staff from the Science Department pay regular
visits to primary schools to support the
teaching of Science.
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