Supercharged STEM

Embark on an Energising Journey of
Problem-Solving and Innovation!

Did you know that teamwork and critical thinking are key to solving real-world problems?

Step into the exciting world of problem-solving in the Supercharged STEM series, where children tackle challenges that require creativity, teamwork, and strategic thinking. From mastering basic mechanics and chemistry to creating marionettes, our workshops offer an engaging and hands-on approach to learning. Each workshop is designed to stimulate curiosity, inspire collaboration, and spark a passion for STEM as children navigate tasks and puzzles that help them unlock new skills.

Choose from our Supercharged STEM workshops:

Each workshop offers a fun, action-packed journey filled with critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork, making STEM education an unforgettable adventure!

Beep and Seek

Beep your way into the world of metal detection in the Beep and Seek workshop, where children discover the science behind how metal detectors find hidden objects. Through hands-on exploration, children investigate different materials, uncover what makes a detector beep, and build their very own working pinpoint metal detector to use, test and take home for their next treasure hunt.

What You’ll Learn:

The science behind metal detection and how detectors locate hidden metal.
How different materials interact with a metal detector.
How to build and test a working pinpoint metal detector.

Perfect for:

Children who love treasure hunts, building gadgets, hands-on experiments, and discovering how everyday technology works.

DYE-Hard

Splatter into the vibrant world of colour science in the Dye Hard workshop, where children take part in an exciting, fast-paced game that brings a new twist to traditional tie-dying. By dyeing natural fibres in a thrilling competition, children learn about the chemical reactions behind dyeing and how colours change before their eyes, resulting in beautiful, unique creations.

What You’ll Learn:

The science of chemical reactions involved in dyeing.
How natural fibres absorb and react to different dyes.
The creative process of designing and creating colourful, one-of-a-kind pieces.

Perfect for:

Children who are curious about chemistry, love experimenting with colours, and enjoy a fun, hands-on challenge to make something beautiful!

Chemistry Chaos

Blast into the explosive world of chemistry in the Chemistry Chaos workshop, where children discover the power of chemical reactions and how they shape the world around us. From mixing ingredients to watching reactions unfold, this hands-on experience lets kids explore the basics of chemistry in a fun, interactive way, complete with plenty of opportunities to make a mess and learn through experimentation.

What You’ll Learn:

The science behind chemical reactions and how they occur.
How everyday chemical reactions impact our lives.
Safe, hands-on activities to explore chemical changes.

Perfect for:

Children who love experimenting, enjoy hands-on learning, and are curious about the science behind chemical reactions.

Eye Spy

Step into the fascinating world of observation and optics in the Eye SPY workshop, where children design, build, and keep their very own wooden monocular telescope. From learning how light travels and lenses work to exploring how telescopes help us see the world differently, this hands-on STEM experience encourages curiosity, creativity, and scientific discovery.

What You’ll Learn:

How light travels and how lenses magnify distant objects.
The basics of optical science and how telescopes work.
Observation skills, curiosity, and creative problem-solving through hands-on building.

Perfect for:

Children who love discovering how things work, enjoy creative building, and are excited to explore science through hands-on investigation.

Flight Club

Take off into the world of aerodynamics in the Flight Club workshop, where children discover the science behind what makes things fly, glide, hover and soar. Through hands-on challenges and experiments, children explore how air moves, test different flying designs and investigate the forces that keep objects in the air.

What You’ll Learn:

The science of aerodynamics and how air affects moving objects.
The forces of lift, drag, thrust and gravity.
How shape and design can change the way something flies.

Perfect for:

Children who love building, launching, experimenting and testing just how far, fast or high their creations can fly.

Handle With Heat

Turn up the temperature in the Handle the Heat workshop, where children explore the fascinating science of heat and temperature through the colour-changing world of thermochromic materials. Through hands-on experiments, children discover how special pigments react to changes in temperature, transforming before their eyes as things heat up and cool back down.

What You’ll Learn:

How heat and temperature can affect different materials.
The science behind thermochromic pigments and colour changes.
How temperature-sensitive materials are used in the world around us.

Perfect for:

Children who love colour-changing experiments, hands-on discoveries, and exploring the surprising ways materials react to heat.

Hover & Out

Glide into STEM with Hover & Out, where engineering meets excitement!
In this high-energy workshop, children collaborate to build their very own mini hovercrafts—then take turns riding them! From discovering how air pressure creates lift to learning what makes a vehicle glide, this hands-on session challenges children to problem-solve, think critically, and experience the science of motion firsthand.

What You’ll Learn:

The science behind hovercrafts, including air pressure and lift.
How to work together to build a rideable hovercraft using everyday materials.
The relationship between force, motion, and surface friction.

Perfect for:
Children who love hands-on challenges, working in teams, and exploring the fascinating science of movement—while having a blast floating around!

Mini Mechanics

Drive into the exciting world of vehicle engineering in the Mini Mechanics workshop, where children work together to build a Billy Kart in preparation for a thrilling race. From learning about the essential parts of a vehicle to understanding how they work together to create speed, this hands-on experience allows students to put their problem-solving skills to the test while working as a team.

What You’ll Learn:

The key components of a vehicle and their functions.
How to work together as a team to build a functional Billy Kart.
The mechanics of speed and how to optimise a vehicle for a race.

Perfect for:

Children who love working as a team, enjoy hands-on building, and are excited to learn about basic vehicle mechanics while racing for fun!

Solar Sprinters

Zoom into the exciting world of solar power in the Solar Sprinters workshop, where children design, build, and race their very own solar-powered robots. This workshop combines engineering, mathematics, and problem-solving, allowing kids to understand the power of the sun while applying their skills to create a working robot. Through hands-on construction and friendly competition, children will learn the essentials of solar energy and how it can be harnessed for motion.

What You’ll Learn:

The principles of solar power and how it drives machines.
Basic engineering and problem-solving skills to create a functional robot.
How to apply mathematical concepts in a real-world scenario.

Perfect for:

Children who are interested in engineering, robotics, and renewable energy, and who love building things with their hands while solving problems.

Strings & Things

Wiggle into the captivating world of marionettes in the Strings and Things workshop, where children design and create their own puppets and learn the art of puppetry. Through this hands-on experience, students will explore the fascinating techniques that have entertained audiences for centuries. From creating their own marionettes to mastering the control of strings, this workshop blends creativity with skill, inspiring children to become puppeteers in their own right.

What You’ll Learn:

The history and artistry of marionette puppetry.
How to design and create your own puppet using simple materials.
The techniques involved in controlling puppets with strings.

Perfect for:

Children who love to be creative, enjoy storytelling, and are excited to bring their own puppet characters to life through marionette techniques.

Why Book a Workshop?

Aligned with STEM Principles: Designed to build problem-solving, critical thinking, and observational skills.
Interactive Learning: Engaging activities that bring science to life.
Sustainability Focused: Inspiring children to care for their environment and make eco-friendly choices.
Tailored for All Ages: Workshops are adaptable for children aged 5-12, ensuring a meaningful experience for every participant.

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