Curious Minds at Work: Year 3 Celebrate British Science Week

11 Mar

During British Science Week, Year 3 took part in a range of exciting and hands-on investigations that encouraged curiosity and problem-solving. One of our favourite challenges was designing and building rafts, where we carried out a test to discover which design could hold the most weight while staying afloat. We also explored forensic science by investigating the best methods for collecting fingerprints, before comparing our results to identify different patterns. In addition, the children explored inclusion by taking part in playground games, considering how these activities might present challenges for someone with a disability. They then worked thoughtfully to suggest adaptations and solutions to make the games more accessible for everyone. These experiences helped us develop our scientific skills while also encouraging teamwork, creativity and empathy.

Eastbrook School is an Ofsted rated Good, all-through school in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham and is part of the Barking Abbey family. Founded in 1933, Eastbrook has a well-established history of serving the local community, with many generations of families attending as students and even joining as staff. The primary school opened in 2016 and is growing in size year on year. The secondary school transferred into new, state of the art buildings in 2017, benefiting from purpose-built specialist learning environments with industry level resources and outstanding access to green outdoor spaces.

Eastbrook is a thriving and growing community school, welcoming students from a broad range of backgrounds, culturally, economically and in terms of need.

Eastbrook School: PROUD TO BE