Physics Outreach post 16 study event

Budding A-Level physicists from St Thomas More Catholic School’s Year 11 attended an after-school taster session for post-16 physics study at Edgbaston High School for Girls in Birmingham.

The students conducted experiments that are usually delivered alongside the oscillations area of study by the physics staff at the school. Experiments even included a super-size human swing which was used to investigate the effect a length of string and mass would have on the time period of a pendulum.

Aims

Sharing expertise and resouces between a state school and an independent school.

Enjoyment and good practice for all students.

Background

The partnership was established between Physics Teachers at both schools. Year 11 students were invited to attend.

Resources

Budding A-Level physicists from St Thomas More Catholic School’s Year 11 attended an after-school taster session for post-16 physics study at Edgbaston High School for Girls in Birmingham.

The students conducted experiments that are usually delivered alongside the oscillations area of study by the physics staff at the school. Experiments even included a super-size human swing which was used to investigate the effect a length of string and mass would have on the time period of a pendulum. This event was free of charge. EHS provided all resources, facilities and event managment.

Impact

The students conducted experiments that are usually delivered alongside the oscillations area of study by the physics staff at the school. Experiments even included a super-size human swing which was used to investigate the effect a length of string and mass would have on the time period of a pendulum. This will support the studies of the physicists.

Pupil Involvement

Budding A-Level physicists from St Thomas More Catholic School’s Year 11 attended an after-school taster session for post-16 physics study at Edgbaston High School for Girls in Birmingham.

Frequency

These workshops will be repeated throughout the academic calendar.