"Wonders of STEM- SPACE" is an enrichment programme for Key Stage 2 pupils that will instill wonder and inspire them in STEM.

Techniquest will be introducing a new and exciting Wonder of STEM Programme in January 2023. This will be a departure from the one off visit to our science centre and will be an ambitious multi intervention programme and provides continuous support for a topic over a six week period. The Benefits of a more strategic STEM support from Techniquest

For Learners

An exciting way to explore hands on science, meet inspirational professionals, share ideas and discover that we are all scientists. For teachers

A programme that encourages deeper engagement with STEM topics, support the new Curriculum for Wales and curriculum outcomes, provides a structure for interdisciplinary learning and increases confidence in STEM For Industry partners An opportunity to engage school learners and their families in important STEM topics in an active and inspiring way.

Our Vision for the Wonder of STEM educational enrichment programme We want

1. to support teachers increase their confidence teaching STEM and to support the introduction of the new Curriculum for Wales 2. as many young people and their families as possible to participate on the programme - to enthuse the next generation of STEM space sector professionals. - to increase the science capital of the families involved.

3. To fundraise to ensure that our costs are covered and that teachers in schools categorised as disadvantaged can engage for free 4. To work with partners to grow our reputation and bank of programmes What is involved?

We are intending that this unique learning programme will includes a range of exciting topics, each delivered over several weeks. We are applying for funding from STFC to develop a Space programme.

Aligned with the New Curriculum for Wales and its 4 purposes and What Matters statements the Wonder of STEM will support teachers to deliver amazing STEM in the classroom.

It is suggested that for each topic 2 hours a week is the optimum classroom time to allocate to the topic and each topic will comprise: - lesson plans and worksheets - original video content - live interactions with scientists - twilight professional learning session for participating teachers - family learning activities

- topic themed visit to Techniquest - learning materials available on MS Teams or Google Classroom - ongoing support from the Visitor Engagement Team at Techniquest

Twenty classes from schools in socio- economically deprived areas and with a high percentage of free school meals will be invited to run the Wonder of STEM - Space topic. There will an estimated 600 pupils involved in the lessons/activities and their families will also be involved via the family learning activities.