Learning Lab - Powering The Future
Learning Lab is a FREE science education programme for P5–P7 and S1–S2 students in Dundee, Angus, Fife, and Perth & Kinross. Aligned with CfE experiences and outcomes, Learning Lab supports teachers to deliver amazing science in the classroom!
Through exciting practical activities, pupils will discover renewable technologies and see that they have the skills needed for a future in the energy industry. Protect a melting ice cube, run a hydrogen relay race, and meet an expert from the energy industry!
With a suggested teaching time of 2 hours per week, this 8-week programme for P5–P7 or 4-week programme for S1-S2 comprises:
- Lesson plans, worksheets, and original video content.
- Live scientist interactions
- Professional learning sessions
- Family learning activities
- A FREE VISIT to Dundee Science Centre
Programme Dates:
Winter Term
- 26th October – 23rd December 2026
- CLPL – Monday 26th October
- Meet the Expert session – TBC
Spring Term
- 7th January – 25th March 2027
- CLPL – Monday 7th January
- Meet the Expert session – TBC
Summer Term
- 12th April – 2nd Jul 2027
- CLPL – Monday 12th April
- Meet the Expert session – TBC
CfE Links:
Eligibility:
- Age: P5-P7, S1-S2
- Geographical: Dundee, Angus, Fife, Perth & Kinross
- SIMD: NONE
- UR6: NONE
- Cost: FULLY FUNDED, schools can also apply for transport funding to assist with any associated travel costs to Dundee Science Centre
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For any questions and inquiries relating to the Learning Lab Programme, please email learninglab@dundeesciencecentre.org.uk
“It’s been such a fantastic opportunity and experience, which all our young people in S1 were able to engage in. We are incredibly grateful we have been able to offer this to all our young people, allowing us to build STEM capital. A really big thank you!” – A High School Teacher in Dundee.
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