Super Circuits at Paultons Theme Park

Suitable for ages 7 - 11
At Venue

Key Info

Build the circuit to control our Knex Sky Swingers.

 

Matched to the National Curriculum for Year 4 and Year 6; students get the chance to explore series circuits using switches, lights and motors. They work systematically to alter the circuit for a brighter bulb or faster ride!

By the end of the session, children will have an understanding of voltage; be able to recommend how to speed up a ride and link elements to their symbols when drawing circuit diagrams.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify and classify electrical symbols
  • Use specific terminology around conductors and non-conductors
  • Investigate altering circuit layouts
  • Construct a simple series electrical circuit
  • Use their knowledge to identify differences, similarities or changes

 

Curriculum Links
Subjects
Science
Age suitability
Ages
Suitable for ages 7 - 11
Key Stages
KS2
Curriculum Levels
Second Level
Things to know
Type
At Venue
Location
Paultons Theme Park, Hampshire
Duration
45 minutes
Min. students
12 students
Max. students
32 students
Dates
Ongoing
SEND
Yes - suitable for students with SEND

About Paultons Theme Park

Whether you are looking for workshops, fun days out, or a mixture of both – Paultons Park has plenty to excite and engage students across all Key Stages. With short queue times, huge variety and great value prices; Paultons is a top choice for KS1 – KS4 visits.

For those looking to add a curriculum workshop, Paultons Park offers a wide range of subjects focused on achieving National Curriculum criteria. Their completely unique classroom, Professor Blast’s Learning Lab, is an immersive environment designed to ignite curiosity. Have ‘close encounters’ with a range of fascinating animals in their biology sessions – ideal for Foundation and KS1.

Their highly popular and practical ‘Rollercoaster Forces’ and ‘Ride Programming’ sessions are specifically designed for first hand experiences with KS2 students, with several new and updated workshops ready to be booked for KS2 groups also. For KS3 students they specialise in the real-life application of Maths and Computing, offering sessions on statistics, speed and technology. Provision for KS4, which benefits coursework projects, includes marketing, customer service and business workshops.

Paultons Park is experienced in hosting large volumes of school trips and offers free on-site parking.

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020 8064 0974

Prices are correct at the time of publication. All costs, unless otherwise specified, include VAT.