They British Museum tells us…
This autumn, the British Motor Museum will partner with Playground Games to host two exciting STEM Careers Days for KS2 students. Held on 13 & 14 October, the days will be packed with hands-on activities, interactive tours and inspirational talks. These events will give students the chance to explore real-world STEM skills and discover how their interests and school studies could lead to future careers.
Each day runs from 9:30am to 2:30pm, when students can enjoy an interactive talk about careers in the games industry with Becky Kalam, Community and Outreach Project Manager at Playground Games, who make ‘Forza Horizon 6’.
There will be an opportunity to explore the Forza Horizon 6: The Experience exhibition, to learn more about careers in the games industry and try out the gaming simulation rigs to see those different roles in action. The day also includes trails and engaging Museum tours, plus hands-on workshops with the Learning and Archive Teams, exploring inventions, innovators, and the skills needed for future success.
Claire Broader, Learning & Engagement Officer at the British Motor Museum, said: “We’re delighted to be hosting our STEM Careers Days this autumn, which are always incredibly popular and successful. We’re passionate about supporting the next generation of technicians, engineers and scientists. We believe that, whatever your background or strengths, the world of STEM has something to offer everyone!”
Funding by Playground Games is available to support eligible schools with the cost of student places, particularly where these costs might otherwise prevent pupils from taking part. Eligibility is based upon the school’s percentage of Free School Meals exceeding the national average. Limited places are available – offered on a first-come, first-served basis. The Museum also offers a Travel Support Fund open to all schools to help cover the cost of coach transport to the Museum. This has been made possible through the support of Arts Council England.
The British Motor Museum, located between Warwick, Leamington Spa, Banbury and Stratford-upon-Avon, is one of Europe’s most highly regarded centres for the conservation and display of automotive heritage, a cornerstone in the story of the United Kingdom, its people and culture.
STEM Careers Days are a major part of the Museum’s calendar of community and education activities. Schools interested in taking part in future STEM activities at the British Motor Museum can contact Claire Broader at learning@britishmotormuseum.co.uk
or phone 01926 896237.
For more information, please visit the website at learning/schools/primary/primary-stem-careers-days
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