Y10 Go-Gliding STEM 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 10 Selected Students
Trip Organiser:	Mr G Jones (Teacher of Science)
Approx Cost Per Pupil:	No charge
Pupil Premium Criteria:	Not applicable
Limited Places:	10 (By invitation)
Usual Month of Departure:	November (Dates to be confirmed in the email sent to parents)
Opens for Applications:	Tuesday 10 November 2023
Usual Duration:	1 Day
Departs & Returns in School Hours:	No (Timmings will be confirmed in the letter)
Packed Lunch Required:	Yes
Term Time or Holiday:	Term time
Method(s) of Transport:	Minibus
Venue:	Lasham Airfield, Alton

Eligible students will be invited to register for this trip and issued with a Trip Confirmation Letter.

 

WHAT TO EXPECT 

An exciting and fun event to inspire students into gliding as a gateway to STEM careers, including aviation.  The experience will include: videos, presentations on gliding and Lasham Gliding Society, Q&A with role-models, STEM activities, a simulator flight, a fun Quiz with Goody Bag and a chance to apply for one of two Gliding Scholarships.

IMPORTANT:There will be no actual flying for participants on the day.

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