Outdoor Rockets and Parachutes

Fun and engaging science activities for kids.

Organisation links
Location address: St Mary's Church Hall, Bristol
Chosen age group:

Ages: 5 - 16 years

Available tickets:
Funded child - 5+ years FreeChild - Under 5 years FreeAccompanying Adult Free
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Funded by South Gloucestershire Council
Universal holiday club with SEND support
What we'll do
Design and build a compressed air rocket, which you will launch to see how far it travels. The Bloodhound Car uses a parachute as one of its mechanisms to slow down safely. You will explore the science of air resistance by making and testing different types of parachutes and learning about the factors that affect drag. This session is designed to build confidence and develop skills while having fun in a supportive environment. Time: 10am - 2pm at the St Mary's Church Hall Thornbury
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, these sessions are fully funded for children eligible for free school meals (usually £15 per child, per session). Adults are free. Our workshops are suitable for families with children aged 5 and upwards. Children under 9 years must be accompanied by an adult. Lunch will be provided for all children, and special dietary requirements can be catered for. All adults are to bring a packed lunch. Free coffee, tea, soft drinks, and fruit snacks are available for all during the day.
Learning aims
Aim 1
Design and build an air rocket. Explore the science of air resistance.
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 nameFunded child - 5+ years
Price£0
Informationhildren under 9 years to be accompanied by an adult.
Ticket nameChild - Under 5 years
Price£0
Ticket nameAccompanying Adult
Price£0
InformationChildren under 9 years to be accompanied by an adult. All adults are to bring a packed lunch.
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Where we'll be
St Mary's Church Hall, Eastbury Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS35 1DR
WHAT’S PROVIDED
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Safety
Enhanced DBS
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Safeguarding Training
First Aid Training
First Aid Kit
Smoke Detector

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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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