Science Week 2026

News

13th March 2026

Science Week at Hanbury was an exciting and inspiring experience for all of our pupils. Throughout the week, the school was filled with curiosity, discovery, and hands-on learning as children took part in a wide range of experiments and scientific investigations.

One of the highlights of the week was a visit from Atomic Alan, who shared fascinating insights into the world of science. His visit was a real highlight for the children and staff alike.

Alan delivered an engaging and energetic session where he demonstrated a wide range of fascinating science investigations. The children were captivated as they watched a variety of experiments that explored different scientific concepts in fun and memorable ways. A huge thank you to the Friends of Hanbury School who kindly paid for Atomic Alan's visit into school.

On Thursday across the school, classrooms were buzzing with activity as pupils carried out practical experiments and investigations.

Children explored different scientific concepts through hands-on learning, testing ideas, making predictions, and observing results. From exciting chemical reactions to exploring forces, materials, and the natural world, pupils were fully engaged in the process of discovery.

The annual Science Week continues to provide a wonderful opportunity for children to develop their problem-solving skills, teamwork, and scientific thinking. They are encouraged to ask questions, investigate their ideas, and reflect on what they observe. It was fantastic to see so many pupils showing resilience, creativity, and enthusiasm as they explored the world of science.

The week was not only enjoyable but also highly valuable in helping pupils to deepen their understanding of science and see how it connects to everyday life. By the end of the week, the children had gained new knowledge, confidence in experimenting, and a real excitement about learning more about the world around them.

Overall, Science Week was a huge success and a memorable experience for everyone involved. The enthusiasm shown by the pupils demonstrated just how powerful hands-on learning can be in inspiring the next generation of scientists.