Celebrating Junior School Science Week

Ms Gabriella Henry

Year 5 Teacher / Inquiry Lead

Year 5 kicked off the festivities with a captivating assembly, where they brought the circulatory system to life! Through a living model, pupils demonstrated how blood travels, gets oxygenated in the lungs, and fuels our cells—a performance that had everyone marvelling at the wonders of the human body. 

Meanwhile, our Science ASA group highlighted their term-long science investigations, from growing colourful crystals to erupting volcanoes and tinkering with magnets and circuits.

The highlight of the week was Friday’s Science Day, where classes rotated to discover peers’ projects. Year 6 pupils explored adaptation, predicting how humans might evolve in the future and modelling finch beak evolution to understand survival strategies. Alongside, were experiments about human needs for survival and how we can use filtration and diffusion techniques to make clean water.

Younger scientists in Years 2 and 3 delved into the world of healthy bodies, bones and muscles. They invited visitors to craft models from clay, analyse X-rays of fractures, and learn how nutrition keeps our bodies strong. Year 4 with support from the Head of School Nurse Ms Candy, welcomed experts from Tianjin New Century Hospital, who shared vital tips on oral hygiene, leaving participants with certificates and vouchers—a perfect blend of learning and community partnership.

But the excitement didn’t stop there! At lunchtime, the Science ASA team hosted a pop-up lab filled with interactive fun: pupils balanced objects on fulcrums, “fished” with magnets, and crafted personalized fridge magnets to take home. The day was a testament to how science sparks curiosity and connects us all.

We’re proud of our pupils’ enthusiasm and grateful to everyone for making Science Week a celebration of discovery. Here’s to nurturing the scientists of tomorrow—one experiment at a time!