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Welcome to Science for Schools Our flourishing Science for Schools programme is now in its 9th year.

Packed with events and interactive workshops to astonish, inspire and inform, our school programme will bring science alive for pupils at all key stages. From Science Stories for KS1, to whole-day packages for KS3, there really is something for everyone this year. Whether you visit for an hour or for a day, we look forward to welcoming you in June. Our thanks go to EDF Energy and all our supporters, whose help is invaluable in making Science for Schools happen.

Philippa Claridge Education Manager Cheltenham Festivals

British Energy, part of EDF Energy, is delighted to be The Times Cheltenham Science Festival’s education and principle partner.

A big welcome to everyone visiting the festival this year. Those of you who have been before will know the festival is a spectacular environment to engage and inspire your students about the exciting world of science.

The Times Cheltenham Science Festival really makes science relevant to children: through taking part they discover how science works and what it means to them in their every-day lives. It really is the most exciting place to be for everyone (adults included) with enquiring minds and a passion for science.

The festival offers a varied programme of activities from the interactive Discover Zone, where children can carry out their own experiments to the engaging events and workshops. As part of EDF Energy we have the opportunity to work directly with schools and teachers through our sustainable schools programme the Pod. This is the first port of call for any teacher, pupil, parent or governor wanting to make their school greener and more sustainable. To find out more visit www.jointhepod.org We are committed to the STEM agenda and are delighted to continue our support of the festival. We hope it will inspire young people to become scientists and engineers in the future.

Dr Andy Spurr Managing Director British Energy – part of EDF Energy

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Contents

Page

A Practical Guide

3

Events at a Glance

5

Wednesday 9 June

7

Thursday 10 June

9

Friday 11 June

13

Contacts

19

Booking Forms

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A Practical Guide School events Unless stated otherwise, all events take place at one of the Town Hall venues and last for one hour. The only exceptions to this are some of the day package events, which take place at Cheltenham College Junior School or St Andrew’s Church Hall – all within easy walking distance of the Town Hall. Your booking confirmation will make this clear. Our at-a-glance guide to school events is on pages 5 and 6.

ExperiTent Workshops The ExperiTent offers science workshops to class-size groups, and for 2010 we are again offering a packed programme of hour-long workshops for Key Stages 2 and 3.

These workshops tend to sell out very quickly, so early booking is advisable.

Discover Zone Explore the world of science in the Festival’s free Discover Zone, with interactive science for all ages and enthusiastic presenters ready to answer all your questions. One-hour slots are available throughout the day but must be booked in advance for school groups.

Priority will be given to schools booking an event or an ExperiTent workshop.

Day Packages for Key Stage 3 Thursday 10 and Friday 11 June Why not spend a day at Cheltenham Science Festival, and let us organise it for you! For the second year, we have put together a special series of day packages for Key Stage 3 pupils. Packages comprise an extended hands-on science workshop, an event, and a guaranteed hour in the Discover Zone. Last year these packages proved extremely popular with schools, so reserve your places early.

Day packages are available for up to 40 pupils in each session.

Further details on pages 9-13.

Science Story Packages for Key Stage 1

To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457

Friday 11 June Following a successful trial last year, we have programmed a special Key Stage 1 package. Come along for an interactive science story, The Golden Coconut, together with a hands-on session in the Discover Zone exclusively for KS1 pupils (no big kids!).

Details on page 14.

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Brand new for 2010!

At the Cutting Edge (Friday 11 June) Here is an unforgettable opportunity to witness the sights and sounds of a real operating theatre at close hand, to watch the work of a surgical team, and even participate in a minor operation! For KS3 and above.

Full details on page 17.

The Steppes Travel Trail Take part in the free Steppes Travel Trail, with the chance for your school to win a fantastic digital camera!

Winding its way through Imperial Gardens, the Steppes Travel Trail is a quiz-based activity for children of all ages. Focusing on endangered species all over the world as well as the UK, the trail will highlight the plight of animals whose survival, perhaps surprisingly, is threatened.

The trail is ideal for breaks in your itinerary.

Please register your interest in the Steppes Travel Trail when booking your events.

Booking and Prices Event type

Price (per ticket)

School event ExperiTent workshop

£5.00 £6.00 (reduced to £5.00 if booked in conjunction with an event) £6.00 £4.00 (includes exclusive Discover Zone Session) £14.00 £20.00 Free (schools must pre-book)

At the Cutting Edge KS1 Science Story Packages KS3 Day Packages Young Scientists’ Day Discover Zone

NB Tickets for teachers accompanying school parties to all school events are free. Unfortunately, we are no longer able to offer free ExperiTent Workshop tickets to parents accompanying home-schooled children.

Booking forms are located at the end of this information pack. You can also make bookings over the phone by calling Nicola Tuxworth on 01242 775822 or book online at cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457

Important Booking Information Booking opens on Wednesday 10 March 8.30am We cannot accept bookings before this date.

Bookings will be confirmed in writing by email.

Your tickets and invoice will follow later.

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Events at a Glance KS1

KS2

KS3

KS4

KS5

Wednesday 9 June

School Events

Event

Key Stage

SS1 The REAL Science of the Circus

10 - 11am

1

SS2 To Infinity and Beyond

10 - 11am

2

12 - 1pm

2

2 - 3pm

2

SS5 Your Insides on Your Outside

10 - 11am

2

SS6 Your Insides on Your Outside

11.15 - 12.15pm

2

SS7 Your Insides on Your Outside

12.30 - 1.30pm

2

SS8 Your Insides on Your Outside

1.45 - 2.45pm

2

SS9 Your Insides on Your Outside

3 - 4pm

2

SS3 The REAL Science of the Circus SS4 Chemistry with a Bang!

ExperiTent Workshops

Time

Thursday 10 June Event

To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457

ExperiTent Workshops

School Events

KS3 Day Packages (page 9)

Time

Key Stage

All day

3

SS13 Bending It Like Beckham World Cup Science

10 - 11am

3

SS14 Amoeba to Zebra

10 - 11am

3

12 - 1pm

3

12 - 1pm

4

10 - 11am

3

11.15 - 12.15pm

3

12.30 - 1.30pm

3

1.45 - 2.45pm

3

3 - 4pm

3

SS15 Chemistry with a Bang!

SS16 Rock Guitar in 11 Dimensions SS17 The Wind-Powered Vehicle Challenge SS18 The Wind-Powered Vehicle Challenge SS19 The Wind-Powered Vehicle Challenge SS20 The Wind-Powered Vehicle Challenge SS21 The Wind-Powered Vehicle Challenge

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Friday 11 June Event

School Events

KS3 Day Packages (page 13)

ExperiTent Workshops

Key Stage

All day

3

9.30 - 10am

1

10.30 - 11am

1

SS27 The Bigger Bang

10 - 11am

3

SS28 The Bigger Bang

12 - 1pm

2

SS29 It Takes Guts

12 - 1pm

3

2 - 3pm

2

SS31 Earth, Sun and Moon

10 - 11am

2

SS32 Earth, Sun and Moon

11.15 - 12.15pm

2

SS33 Earth, Sun and Moon

12.30 - 1.30pm

2

SS34 Earth, Sun and Moon

1.45 - 2.45pm

2

SS35 Earth, Sun and Moon

3 - 4pm

2

SS25 Science Story The Golden Coconut SS26 Science Story The Golden Coconut

SS30 Glorious Blood

Workshops

Time

SS36 At the Cutting Edge

12 - 1pm

SS37 At the Cutting Edge

1.30 - 2.30pm

SS38 At the Cutting Edge

4.30 - 5.30pm

3 4 3 4 4 5

To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457 nicola.tuxworth@cheltenhamfestivals.com cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

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The REAL Science of the Circus SS1 10 - 11am

KS1

SS3 12 - 1pm

KS2

Guinness World Record holder James Soper is back by popular demand to show how gravity, magnetism, balance, pushes, pulls and twists all work and combine when real circus performers show off their skills. With spectacular juggling and balancing tricks and lots of audience participation.

James Soper (Science Shows for Schools and BBC One’s Bang Goes the Theory) is a qualified teacher, ex-professional circus performer and Guinness World Record-holding juggler. All of his truly unique shows have been designed to educate, entertain and inspire and have been performed hundreds of times. "I never knew science could be so much fun,” British Science Association. “Our students and teachers were captivated from start to finish," a teacher, Sandhurst School. www.ScienceShowsForSchools.com

SS2 10 - 11am

To Infinity and Beyond KS2

Will humans ever visit other planets in our solar system or even reach distant stars? How did the Universe begin? Do aliens exist and will we ever be contacted? What does a black hole look like? 2009 NESTA FameLab finalist and science teacher Simon Foster takes you on a guided tour around the solar system exploring our neighbouring planets and the Sun, before heading out to visit distant stars and planets in our galaxy and beyond.

Simon Foster studied Physics with Space science (so he’s a qualified rocket scientist!) at the University of Southampton and stayed on to undertake a PhD in Solar-terrestrial Physics. Simon has recorded a 3-Minute-Wonder for Channel 4 and is currently working on a new climate change programme to be shown next year. He is also working with NASA to update the education facilities at a number of observatories in the United States.

To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457 nicola.tuxworth@cheltenhamfestivals.com cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

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SS4 2 - 3pm

Chemistry with a Bang!

KS2

Back by popular demand! John Kilcoyne, star of popular show Brainiac, brings chemistry to life in a show that sometimes fizzes and sometimes BANGS! With plenty of demonstrations that you just can't do in the classroom. Explosions, flashes, howling noises and spontaneous combustion, it's chemistry... and fun!

John Kilcoyne recently retired from lecturing Chemistry at the University of Sunderland after 35 years. Having refused to go away, he still works part-time, contributing to widening participation and enhancing the perception of science in the community. He has appeared in several TV programmes concerning science, most notably Sky Television’s Brainiac series.

ExperiTent Workshops Your Insides on Your Outside SS5 10 - 11am SS6 11.15 - 12.15pm SS7 12.30 - 1.30pm

KS2

SS8 1.45 - 2.45pm SS9 3 - 4pm Can your body inspire a work of art? Find out about your fabulous organs and where they are with artist and scientist Lizzie Burns.

Explore what is inside your body while designing and creating your very own arty anatomical T-shirt to take home.

Dr Lizzie Burns has always combined a deep and active interest in science, art and teaching. She gained a doctorate from the Department of Biochemistry at Oxford University followed by a 3-year research Fellowship before becoming a full-time artist working for the Medical Research Council. Lizzie has created her own unique niche as a science-based artist and has used her background in science, art and teaching to develop a wide variety of workshops to inspire children and adults about the biomedical sciences. She has collaborated with scientists to find new ways to communicate their subject and convey their passion for science. During the past 3 years Lizzie has single-handedly run workshops in schools and for science festivals involving over 20,000 people To book:

www.sciencetolife.org

Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457 nicola.tuxworth@cheltenhamfestivals.com cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

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KS3 Day Packages SS10

SS11

9.45 - 11.15am Code-cracking and Communications 10 - 11am Bending It Like Beckham 10 - 11am

SS12

Discover Zone

12 - 1pm

2 - 3pm

Chemistry with a Bang!

Discover Zone

11.45 - 1.15pm Code-cracking and Communications 12 - 1pm Chemistry with a Bang!

2 - 3pm Discover Zone 1.45 - 3.15pm Code-cracking and Communications

KS3 Day Package Workshops Code-cracking and Communications SS10 9.45 - 11.15am SS11 11.45 - 1.15pm

KS3

SS12 1.45 - 3.15pm You are on a secret mission and need to send a message back to your headquarters. Join Simon Kettle from STEMworks and staff from GCHQ to explore codes and ciphers. Working in teams of three, devise, build and test a mechanical or electrical message transmitter which will send a coded message across the room.

Simon Kettle is manager of STEMworks, an organisation which provides extra curricular support to schools in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths through a wide range of practical hands on activities. GCHQ is one of the three UK Intelligence Agencies and a part of the UK's National Intelligence Machinery. www.stemworks.co.uk

To book:

See following pages for details of KS3 Package events – Bending It Like Beckham: World Cup Science, and Chemistry with a Bang!

Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457 nicola.tuxworth@cheltenhamfestivals.com cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

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SS14 10 - 11am

Amoeba to Zebra KS3

Pop music and science come together to explore the theory of evolution in an entirely different way. Join pop group Being 747 as they chart the development of all living things - from the most basic organisms to the complexity of homosapiens - through their unique brand of “astound-o-pop”. With a live band on stage, dramatic narration to set the scene, crazy animation, scientific costumes and really wild props, explore the evolution of life.

Huddersfield-based Being 747 have been together for over 6 years. Gaining inspiration from the pioneering work of Charles Darwin through to David Attenborough's clarity of explanation, their aim is to inspire students to take an interest in biology and the environment and to teach the history of evolution.

They have released two albums and a host of singles to great critical acclaim and through the medium of pop music have been performing their educational shows to schools regularly up and down the country. http://www.being747.co.uk/Being747.html

SS13

Bending It Like Beckham: World Cup Science

10 - 11am

KS3

Festival favourite James Soper proves that David Beckham is a scientific genius! Learn about gravity, Galileo, forces and Newton and discover how the world's greatest footballers will be using science in South Africa this summer. You don’t have to be football crazy to enjoy this mesmerising show.

James Soper (Science Shows for Schools and BBC One’s Bang Goes the Theory) is a qualified teacher, ex-professional circus performer and Guinness World Record-holding juggler. All of his truly unique shows have been designed to educate, entertain and inspire and have been performed hundreds of times. "I never knew science could be so much fun,” a visitor to the British Science Association. “Our students and teachers were captivated from start to finish," a teacher, Sandhurst School. www.ScienceShowsForSchools.com To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457 nicola.tuxworth@cheltenhamfestivals.com cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

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SS15 12 - 1pm

Chemistry with a Bang!

KS3

Back by popular demand! John Kilcoyne, star of popular show Brainiac, brings chemistry to life in a show that sometimes fizzes and sometimes BANGS! With plenty of demonstrations that you just can’t do in the classroom. Explosions, flashes, howling noises and spontaneous combustion, it’s chemistry… and fun!

John Kilcoyne recently retired from lecturing in Chemistry at the University of Sunderland after 35 years. Having refused to go away, he still works part-time, contributing to widening participation and enhancing the perception of science in the community. He has appeared in several TV programmes concerning science, most notably Sky Television’s Brainiac series.

SS16 12 - 1pm

Rock Guitar in 11 Dimensions KS4

What is the science behind the revolutionary sound of rock guitar, and how does it help us to understand the nature of the stuff we’re made of? Famelab winner Mark Lewney explores the physics of rock using an air-bazooka, a bullwhip and his electric guitar! With live demonstrations and riffs from Vivaldi to AC/DC throughout, explore waves and harmonics and discover how string vibrations might lie at the heart of the Big Questions about the Universe.

Mark Lewney, 2005 Famelab winner and guitar physicist regularly does amazing maths and physics talks for schools across the country as well as appearing on both television and radio. “Dr Lewney's infectious enthusiasm, energy and outrageous humour carried us along.” Associate Director, Dr Challoner's Grammar School. “It (the show) inspired me to work that much harder in science, and to broaden my mind as to what else is out there, and what it is.” A student. www.doctorlewney.com

To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457 nicola.tuxworth@cheltenhamfestivals.com cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

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ExperiTent Workshops The Wind-powered Vehicle Challenge SS17 10 - 11am SS18 11.15 - 12.15pm SS19 12.30 - 1.30pm

KS3

SS20 1.45 - 2.45pm SS21 3 - 4pm The wind has been used as a free and non-polluting source of power for thousands of years, but the most common form of wind-propulsion uses sails that cannot be used to travel against the wind. John Allen challenges you to design and build a turbine that will allow a vehicle to drive directly into the wind. Test your own designs in the wind tunnel to check they work and see which design travels the fastest.

John Allen runs the INPUT programme of engineering problem solving activities, which was launched in 1985. Since then around 200,000 young people from 9-18 years old have participated in an INPUT course. Their aim is to support the development of the next generation of highly qualified science and technology personnel, through challenging but fun problem-solving projects. www.input.uk.com

To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457 nicola.tuxworth@cheltenhamfestivals.com cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

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KS3 Day Packages SS22 SS23

SS24

9.45 - 11.15am

12 - 1pm

2 - 3pm

Water Rockets

It Takes Guts

Discover Zone

10 - 11am

11.45 - 1.15pm

2 - 3pm

The Bigger Bang

Water Rockets

Discover Zone

10 - 11am

12 - 1pm

The Bigger Bang

Discover Zone

1.45 - 3.15pm SS24 Water Rockets

KS3 Day Package Workshops Water Rockets SS22 9.45 - 11.15pm SS23 11.45 - 1.15pm

KS3

SS24 1.45 - 3.15pm Become a rocket scientist with the National Physical Laboratory.

Work in groups to design, build, test and modify your own water rocket.

Explore forces, pressure, air resistance, angles and ballast and see how close you can get to the target. All training and materials provided.

NB rocket-building takes place under cover; only the launch occurs outside. Please bring appropriate clothing for weather conditions on the day.

The National Physical Laboratory is one of the UK’s leading science and research facilities, helping the nation measure things. This has included remotely detecting the ripeness of cauliflowers and making the most accurate clocks in the world. NPL’s water rocket competition evolved from some fun at a barbeque in 1993 to a major annual event, and their expertise was stretched when they built a water rocket powered car for The Gadget Show. Workshops based on the competition have since proved very popular with local schools and feedback has been overwhelmingly positive including from one teacher, “The kids had a wonderful time and lots of the parents have commented on the enthusiasm shown by the children when they related their day.”

www.npl.co.uk/educate-explore/water-rocket-challenge/

To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457

See following pages for details of KS3 Package events – The Bigger Bang and It Takes Guts.

nicola.tuxworth@cheltenhamfestivals.com cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

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KS1 Science Story Packages SS25

9.30 - 10am

10.15 - 11am

The Golden Coconut

Discover Zone

9.30 - 10.15am

10.30 - 11am

Discover Zone

The Golden Coconut

SS26

Science Story - The Golden Coconut SS25 9.30 - 10am SS26 10.30 - 11am

KS1

Monkey and his jungle friends are on their beautiful desert island, but they can’t get the Golden Coconut down from its tree. Can you help them? Join the team from the Science Museum to explore forces in this adaptation of a classic favourite -The Enormous Turnip.

The Science Museum is one of the most prestigious and respected organisations dedicated to the promotion of science and technology and houses outstanding collections relating to science, technology and medicine.

Their education team have considerable experience in presenting shows and workshops for children through all stages of the education system, providing events for schools visiting the museum as well as taking shows out to schools and festivals. www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/education

The Bigger Bang SS27 10 - 11am

KS3

SS28 12 - 1pm

KS2

Dr Hal brings his giant chemistry set to Cheltenham to show off the incredible colourful and explosive power of chemistry! From hot ice to exploding ostrich eggs, join him for a unique blend of spectacular science demonstrations and audience interaction.

To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457

Hal Sosabowski, star of children’s hit TV programmes Ministry of Mayhem and Bright Sparks, is Principle Chemistry Lecturer at the University of Brighton, where he has been for 13 years. He teaches a range of undergraduate students and regularly performs his shows to school children.

He has developed the game ‘Chemistry Trumps’ for primary school children. www.thebiggerbang.co.uk

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SS29 12 - 1pm

It Takes Guts KS3

Join the Science Museum team on a fascinating journey through the digestive system. Starting at the moment you put food into your mouth, into the acid bath of your stomach, along meters of twisting intestines and then finally‌ out the other end! With demonstrations and video footage of people’s insides, this vivid exploration of the ins and outs of the digestive system will leave your students open-mouthed!

The Science Museum is one of the most prestigious and respected organisations dedicated to the promotion of science and technology and houses outstanding collections relating to science, technology and medicine.

Their education team have considerable experience in presenting shows and workshops for children through all stages of the education system, providing events for schools visiting the museum as well as taking shows out to schools and festivals. www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/education

SS30 2 - 3pm

Glorious Blood KS2

Follow the journey of blood through the human body with the Science Museum team. Discover where it goes, what it does and what is in it.

Find out what happens when you exercise and when you start to lose it. A must for all those interested in blood, guts and gore.

The Science Museum is one of the most prestigious and respected organisations dedicated to the promotion of science and technology. Their education team have considerable experience in presenting shows and workshops for children through all stages of the education system, providing events for schools visiting the museum as well as taking shows out to schools and festivals. www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/education To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457 nicola.tuxworth@cheltenhamfestivals.com cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

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ExperiTent Workshops Earth, Sun and Moon SS31 10 - 11am SS32 11.15 - 12.15pm SS33 12.30 - 1.30pm

KS2

SS34 1.45 - 2.45pm SS35 3 - 4pm How do the movements of the Earth cause day and night and the seasons? What causes a full moon or a crescent moon? How do astronauts explore space? Join the interactive team from Explore@Bristol and their amazing Magic Globe to discover, handson, the answers to these questions and sample some real space food!

At-Bristol is one of the UK's biggest and most exciting interactive science centres with over 300 hands-on exhibits to explore, live shows and a Planetarium. The Outreach team are professional science communicators and enhance students’ learning through fun, interactive and hands-on activities and demonstrations. "The children loved the workshop and got a great deal out of it. The presenter was very positive and informative and the hands on activities were great" KS2 teacher.

"Superb visual aids to demonstrate all the National Curriculum objectives and impressive questioning to revise all that is covered in the Earth, Sun and Moon topic. Many thanks" KS2 teacher. www.at-bristol.org.uk

To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457 nicola.tuxworth@cheltenhamfestivals.com cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

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BRAND NEW for 2010!

At The Cutting Edge

A fantastic and unique opportunity to experience the sights and sounds of a real-life operating theatre!

KS3 SS36 12 - 1pm KS4 KS3 SS37 1.30 - 2.30pm KS4 KS4 SS38 4.30 - 5.30pm KS5 This year we are showcasing a simulated operating theatre developed by a team at Imperial College, London. This theatre is used to train medical students who want to become surgeons, and is incredibly realistic. Capacity is strictly limited to 20 students in each session, and all participants will take part in both activities. Why not bring your science club or a group of gifted and talented students?

The event consists of two activities: 1) Watch a real surgical team at work using key-hole or open surgery to deal with an internal problem that needs to be located and stitched.

2) Participate first hand in a minor operation. Taking on the role of either surgeon or patient, students will participate in an operation on a simulated fatty growth, under the expert guidance of a real surgeon.

All equipment will be provided.

NB The third session (SS38) is particularly aimed at students who are considering going on to study medicine.

To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457 nicola.tuxworth@cheltenhamfestivals.com cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

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Young Scientists’ Day An opportunity for Gifted and Talented pupils 9.15 - 3 pm Cheltenham College Junior School

KS2 Year 6

Our Young Scientists’ Day is a fantastic opportunity to introduce your gifted and talented Y6 scientists to hands-on experimental work in fully-equipped laboratories, led by the science team at Cheltenham College Junior School.

The children will spend the day in the school’s labs, working in groups of 10. Come and investigate the capabilities of the human body through three practical sessions covering biology, physics and chemistry. This year’s theme is Peak Performance.

Session 1: Energy to Burn An investigation into the food that fuels our bodies. Burn foods in the lab and measure their calorific content to discover which are the greatest suppliers of energy to the human body. Protective clothing will be provided.

Session 2: Vital Organs!

A closer look at the organs that drive the human body. Dissect some of the organs that are common to all mammals to gain a clearer understanding of the internal workings of our bodies. Participation in dissection will be optional.

Session 3: It’s Tough at the Top A voyage into the extremes of human limitation. Everest summiteer Dominic Faulkner will join a session on how the human body performs at altitude, looking at how we cope as oxygen runs short, and the technological advances that enable mountaineers to take on the world’s highest peaks.

Places are limited to 5 pupils per school. Each school group must be accompanied by a teacher throughout the day. £20.00 per child – includes lunch, refreshments, and all equipment.

To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457 nicola.tuxworth@cheltenhamfestivals.com cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

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Education Contacts Philippa Claridge Education Manager philippa.claridge@cheltenhamfestivals.com 01242 775891 Nicola Tuxworth Education Co-ordinator nicola.tuxworth@cheltenhamfestivals.com 01242 775822 Joanna Hilton Education Assistant joanna.hilton@cheltenhamfestivals.com 01242 775095

2010 dates for your diary Our education programme runs throughout the year, supporting all four Cheltenham Festivals, and includes projects for schools and community groups, performances and events.

Barclays Cheltenham Jazz Festival

28 April – 3 May

The Times Cheltenham Science Festival

9 – 13 June

HSBC Cheltenham Music Festival

2 – 17 July

The Times Cheltenham Literature Festival

8 – 17 October

To book: Phone 01242 775 822 Fax 01242 256 457

Details are correct at time of going to press.

Registered charity No 251756

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BOOKING FORMS Your Name: School: Tel (school): Mobile: Email: Ticket Prices All events £5.00 ExperiTent and At The Cutting Edge £6.00 (reduced to £5.00 if booked with an event) KS1 Science Stories £4.00 KS3 Day Packages £14.00 Young Scientists’ Day £20.00.

No charge is made for teachers accompanying school groups.

BOOKING FORM FOR EVENTS, EXPERITENT AND PACKAGES Date

Event number and title

Time

No. of pupils

Year group

No. of teachers

Cost

TOTAL COST CONTD Why not book online at: cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

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BOOKING FORM FOR DISCOVER ZONE Date

Time Slot

Number of children

Number of teachers

10 - 11am 11 -12pm Wednesday 9 June

12 - 1pm 1 - 2pm 2 - 3pm 3 - 4pm 10 - 11am 11 -12pm

Thursday 10 June

12 - 1pm 1 - 2pm 2 - 3pm 3 - 4pm 11 -12pm 12 - 1pm

Friday 11 June

1 - 2pm 2 - 3pm 3 - 4pm

We would like to join the free Steppes Travel Trail

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BOOKINGS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BEFORE 8.30am ON WEDNESDAY 10 MARCH Check that you have filled in your contact details on the previous page before returning this form.

Email: nicola.tuxworth@cheltenhamfestivals.com Post: Education, 109 -111 Bath Rd, Cheltenham, Glos, GL53 7LS Fax: 01242 256457 You can also book online at: cheltenhamfestivals.com/education

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