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Education
and Exploration
TECHNIQUEST@NEWI
offers over 60 hands-on exhibits complemented by a varied programme
of interactive shows, workshops and special events. The programme is
designed to stimulate and motivate pupils as well as provide informal
support for teachers in their delivery of the National Curriculum.
A dedicated team with a wide range of primary and secondary teaching
experience is at your service to answer questions, offer guidance and
ensure you get the most from your visit.
The programme for schools offers curriculum-linked
demonstrations that make science come alive!
Presentations and activities for Reception, KS1,
KS2, KS3,
KS4 AS &
A Level plus special events and Workshops
throughout the year. Click here
to request a Schools Reference Pack.
 Over
60 hands-on exhibits and puzzles
Interactive
Science Theatre
Curriculum
linked presentations and workshops
Indoor
lunch & storage facilities
Free
on-site coach and car parking
FREE
pre-visit for teachers
Open
all year, Tuesday to Sunday
Afternoon
and evening school sessions available
Outreach
activities
The
easiest day you'll have teaching science this year!
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Information for schools:
Admission prices - centre visits
Pupils £3 each with teachers and adults
admitted for free (fair usage policy applies)
Opening times
Tuesday to Friday from 9.30am to 4.30pm
Discounts available for afternoon visits - admission from only
£2 per pupil. Centre open all year. Some activities only
available during term time. See the Schools Programme guide for
details of presentations and dates.
How to book
To
make a booking or check availability, please call 01978
293400, Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm
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Schools Programme - quick search
Select the Key Stage presentation, Workshops or Outreach
activity suitable for your group to view the shows and workshops on
offer:
Mailing List
Join our mailing list to receive up-to-date information
about forthcoming events and special offers for school groups.
Click here for details of this free
service.
Grants
to help with science study [All
Wales]
A new grants scheme could help your school have a TECHNIQUEST@NEWI
experience.
Grants of up to £500 are being made available to help promote
physics in schools and colleges. The money could be used to pay
for activities or resources such as a visit from the TECHNIQUEST@NEWI
outreach team, or trip to the Discovery Centre in Wrexham.
The grants are from the Science and Technology Facilities Council
and the Institute of Physics who want to encourage projects or activities
linked to physics, astronomy or space for children aged between
5 and 18.
TECHNIQUEST@NEWI offers a range of workshops, kits and shows, and
the portable planetarium, Stardome, for visiting schools AND as
Outreach to visit your school. For
more information click here. |
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Schools
Programme