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Family Science and Engineering-Kingswood

Fun and engaging science activities for kids

Mentored by

Bloodhound Education Ltd

Organisation links
Location address: Kingswood, BS15 8BD
Chosen age group:

For ages: 5 - 16 years

Available tickets:
Accompanying adult FreeChild - under 5 years FreeChild 5+ years Free
Next date: None - message Mentor to express interest
Funded by South Gloucestershire Council
Universal holiday club with SEND support
What we'll do
Air Powered Rockets Workshop - Learn about the jet engine and rocket technology in the Bloodhound 1,000mph Car. Design and build your own rocket car and race it to see the results. Rockets and Parachutes: Design and launch a rocket to see how far it will travel. The Bloodhound Car uses a parachute as one of its mechanisms to slow down safely. You will explore the science of air resistance through making and testing different types of parachutes and see the factors that affect drag.
About your mentor
Bloodhound Education Ltd
Inspiring a generation to study STEAM
Bloodhound Education is a charity which delivers hands-on science and engineering activities for schools, uniformed groups, after school and holiday clubs, and the local community. Our charity has 13-years experience delivering practical enrichment workshops engaging families of all ages including under-represented groups and those with complex health or special educational needs. Our workshops enrich the curriculum and make the link between classroom and careers using real engineering projects like Bloodhound Land Speed Record as an educational tool and to explore future sustainable engineering solutions and renewable technology.
Eligibility and Food
For children who live in South Gloucestershire and are entitled to benefit-related free school meals. Our workshops are suitable for families with children aged 5 upwards. Children under 10 years to be accompanied by an adult. Under 5’s welcome as part of a family group. A healthy lunch will be provided for all children. All adults are to bring a packed lunch. Free coffee, tea, soft drinks and fruit snacks available for all during the day.
Learning aims
Aim 1
Design and build your own compressed air rocket. Explore the science of air resistance through hands-on activities testing drag forces and motion.
Aim 2
Our activities are hands-on and lend themselves to children with special educational needs including autism and ADHD. We will have a colouring and craft for children who may need time out of a break from the main activities. A great way to try something new whilst having fun.
Pricing information
Ticket nameAccompanying adult
Price£0
Ticket nameChild - under 5 years
Price£0
Ticket nameChild 5+ years
Price£0
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Where we'll be
John Cabot Academy, Woodside Road, Kingswood, South Gloucestershire, BS15 8BD
WHAT’S PROVIDED
Drinks
Snacks
Meals
Equipment
Safety
Enhanced DBS
Basic DBS
Risk Assessment
Public Liability Insurance
Safeguarding Training
First Aid Training
First Aid Kit
Smoke Detector
Coronavirus Safety Policy

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Cancellation Policy
Free bookings do not require refunds but as places are limited, please cancel if you cannot attend so that your place can be offered to someone else.

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