STEM
STEM AT PRINCE HENRY’S
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. At PHHS we interpret this by running clubs that blend learning with teaching students how to integrate scientific method into their everyday lives.
By bringing a real world context to STEM subjects we hope to inspire and enthuse students to increase their enjoyment and encourage continued studying of STEM subjects at University and beyond.
Why is this so important?
STEM subjects are integral to the UK’s success: the UK is the world’s sixth largest manufacturer and whilst the UK makes up only 1% of the world’s population, we produce 10% of the world’s top scientific research.
Despite STEM graduates having the potential to earn amongst the highest salaries of all new recruits, employers are finding it difficult to recruit STEM skilled staff. Regardless of future career pathway, it is crucial that all young people have the STEM knowledge and skills they need to be an informed citizen in an increasingly scientific and technological society.
STEM Activities at Prince Henry’s:
- Science Live A level Biology, Chemistry and Physics
- Competing in VEX Global robotics competition
- Retro Computing Museum
- Chemistry and Physics Olympiad
- University of Birmingham STEM open day
- Visit to Bletchley Park; both Maths and ICT
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QinetiQ STEM day
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UOB Girls in STEM
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GE Aviation RETHINK
- Maths Problem Solving Club
Competitions and courses supported at Prince Henry’s:
- EDT Insight into STEM and year in industry
- Nuffield Placement
- Smallpeice Trust
- Arkwright scholarship
Department Staff
STEM Coordinator
Ms D Martin
STEM CLUBS
STEM Year 9 Club
Design, build and program a carousel as part of a team
Lego Mindstorm (Year 9-11)
Build, programme and compete your Lego robot against other teams
Rethink with GE Aviation
For Year 9 and Year 10 pupils interested in extending their understanding of STEM. Activity based day with other schools at GE Aviation in Cheltenham.
Programming Club
Open to all students from Year 9 to Year 13.
Retro Gaming Club
Open to all students from Year 9 to Year 13.
VEX Robotics (Year 12&13)
Global competition to design, build and programme a robot to compete against other schools in a tactical game that changes annually.
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