Year 7 pupils have been busy testing their knowledge of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) during a wind turbine challenge, set by educational charity The Smallpeice Trust.
The students gained real-life experience working in small groups, designing and making a wind turbine which generated as much energy as possible. As well as producing a gearing system, they designed and constructed turbine blades to maximise output and created a tower to carry the turbine.
The STEM day was designed to enhance their understanding of engineering and low carbon technology with the winning team being judged on the power generated as well as the aesthetics, cost and teamwork demonstrated.
