Y 11 GCSE Science Live Day Trip
Please note that all of the details provided below are SUBJECT TO CHANGE. The illustrations are taken from previous years’ trips and cannot be guaranteed.
| Audience: | Year 11 GCSE Science Selected Students |
| Trip Organiser: | Mr P Findlay (Teacher of Science) |
| Approx Cost Per Pupil: | £35 (Upon application) |
| Pupil Premium Criteria: | May apply for this trip |
| Limited Places: | 100 (Missed Opportunity Criteria may apply) |
| Usual Month of Departure: | December (Dates will be confirmed in the Trip Bulletin) |
| Opens for Applications: | TBC |
| Usual Duration: | 1 day |
| Departs & Returns in School Hours: | No (Early departure/ Late afternoon return) |
| Packed Lunch Required: | Yes |
| Term Time or Holiday: | Term time |
| Method(s) of Transport: | Coach |
| Venue: | ALDWYCH Theatre, London |
Final arrangements will be provided upon confirmation that your child has been allocated a place.
WHAT TO EXPECT
This exciting science day is specifically aimed at GCSE Science students, giving an opportunity to see and hear five of Britain’stop scientists.
The scientists who are scheduled to speak at this event are:
- Professor Lord Robert Winston, a distinguished scientist and medical doctor
- Professor Andrea Sella, who will be using chemicals on stage to illustrate his ideas
- Professor Alice Roberts, clinical anatomist and Professor at the University of Birmingham
- Professor Jim Al-Khalili from the University of Surrey and BBC presenter
- Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock, Space Scientist & Lecturer
- Stewart Chenery, the Chief Examiner, will give tips on exam success
These speakers are subject to change.