AMBASSADORS inspired children by teaching them about the science behind x-rays and magnets.


Georgia Mitchell (left) and Tilly McMath who had a basic introduction to the use of X-rays. JON GRANGER Children at South Walney Infant and Nursery School enjoyed a Science Day with ambassadors from BAE Systems to celebrate the British Science Week. 

Year One and Two pupils tried out their scientific investigation skills and observed science in action in activities, organised by Mollie McQuillan and BAE science, technology, engineering and maths ambassadors. 

Year Two teacher and science coordinator Colleen Fagan said: “Once again the children have thoroughly enjoyed the whole day and are asking when BAE Systems are going to come back."

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The children designed and flew helicopters, searched for magnets, made 'lava lamps’ and explored floating and sinking.
Lucas Evans and Ruby Caldwell using a balloon to test chemical reactions. JON GRANGER

They also looked at an alternative way of blowing up balloons, observed the use of an endoscope to explore pipes and they studied x-rays.

Mrs Fagan said the ‘cola explosion’ was "extremely impressive".

She said: “This will inspire children to learn more about science and how it is used in an industry, where many of our parents work, and which will possibly be the future employer of some of our children.

"We would like to say a huge thank you to BAE Systems for their time, commitment and enthusiasm."

Early years and nursery children joined in the fun with their own science experiments.