More than 700 primary school children attended a STEM show organised by BAE Systems Submarines at Barrow’s Forum.
The youngsters aged 9 to 11 enjoyed demonstrations and experiments at the event, which was organised to coincide with Tomorrow’s Engineers Week. Apprentices from the business were on hand, telling the children how science is important in their real-life jobs.
An interactive science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) show was delivered by Science Made Simple.
One of the 18 primary schools taking part over the three days was Ormsgill Primary. Ormsgill teacher Jessica Corless said: “My class and staff really enjoyed the STEM show, thank you. It was very inspiring and engaging. The children loved the science show and were buzzing about the different experiments.”
The show was fully funded by BAE Systems including transport if requested by the schools. Goody bags were given out with STEM gifts to encourage learning for the pupils.
The company’s aim was to promote interest in STEM subjects, remove barriers and highlight equal opportunities for females. COVID restrictions had meant that BAE Systems usual Road to Engineering event could not be held on its site this year, so the Forum was used instead.
Janet Garner, Head of HR, Skills and Academy Principal at BAE Systems Submarines, said: “It was wonderful being able to resume face to face safe education and skills engagement and encourage an interest in STEM subjects and potential engineering careers.”
