Summary
WSFQ Ipswich Schools Day is designed to engage students in stimulating and inspiring experiences that showcase careers in STEM, including discussions with scientists, hands-on activities and exciting science shows.
Students will explore STEM through self-led exploration, giving them access to hands-on science activities, real life scientists and fascinating displays. The day will also include pop-up science shows and inspiring talks from STEM Professionals showcasing STEM careers and career pathways.
There are three sessions available to book:
Session 1 Primary School
Science Show: 9.30am-10.15am
Science Activities: 10.15am-11.15am
Session 2 Primary School
Science Show: 11am-11.45am
Science Activities: 11.45am-12.45pm
Session 3 High School
Science Show: 12.30pm-1.15pm
Science Activities: 1.15pm-2.15pm
Get hands-on with the following activities:
- Lego Mindstorm – robotics with USQ
- VR with Professor Tech and OzGrav
- Cross River Rail
- Red Rocket 3 Science rock band
- Its Rocket Science rocket show
- Sea Under Sea/Coral Watch – underwater drones, marine ecology
- Griffith Uni – Science on the Go! ( chemistry)
- UQ Science Demo Troupe (physics)
- QM Snail Experts
- QM Spider Experts
- Webster the Giant Peacock Spider Puppet
- STEM Punks STEM Innovation Challenge
- WSFB Curiocity ‘Local Heroes’ Endangered Species Art Activity
More Information
School Information
Bookings are essential for all schools and groups.
Our Booking Officer is available to assist with your planning according to group sizes, focus topics and any group members with special needs.
To make a booking please complete the online booking form or contact our Bookings Officer on +61 (07) 3432 5100 Monday to Friday 9:30am to 4:00pm.
Accessibility
For patrons requiring special needs access, please refer here to The Workshops Rail Museum accessibility page.
Examine a range of insects and the purpose of their external features.
Explore the adaptations that assist the growth and survival of a range of organisms.
