Newcastle Saturday 21st March Sports Hall, Newcastle University

13th March 2026R Cave

Festival of The Girl Newcastle
in Partnership with North Standard

Below is one of the activities (Hands‑On Engineering) at the Festival of the Girl (it has a focus on girls aged 7 to 11 but everyone is welcome)
The event invites children and their families to explore sport, STEM, wellbeing, friendships, sustainability, and future careers through fun, hands‑on workshops. Activities on the day include Hands‑On Engineering, Positive Action for the Planet, Saving Lives at Sea, Learn About a Tech Ecosystem, Become a Ship’s Captain, and Dreams in Aviation.  It’s a brilliant opportunity for families to explore, learn, and be inspired together.
Here is the link to find out more about the event: NEWCASTLE | Festival of The Girl
They have a morning session (10:30 to 13:30) and an afternoon session (2pm to 5pm).

 

 

How does your garden grow?

5th March 2026N Sikka

In Science today the children looked at the process of how plants and flowers grow.  The children were able to discuss the different elements that a seed needs to help it flourish and develop.  The children then all had a go at planting some cress seeds using the process discussed  and watch the cress grow over time and then they can eventually use the cress that they have grown to make egg and cress sandwiches.