Holiday workshops: Magnets and motors (Years 5 and 6)

Follow the journey of the discovery of electromagnetism, how Ri scientists harnessed it to invent the motor, and the future of electromagnetic technology.

Through exploring the history of electromagnetism, students will gain an appreciation for the process of scientific discovery. They will learn the principles of electromagnetism, their connections to the Ri and how they are used in the modern world.

This workshop takes place in the Urenco Young Scientist Centre’s teaching laboratory, offering students a unique opportunity to experience working in a real lab environment. For safety reasons, all participants must wear closed-toe shoes, and anyone with long hair is required to tie it back.

For children who have just completed Years 5 or 6 this term - please book based on your child’s current/most recent school year, not their new year group from September. This typically corresponds to children aged around 9–11 years old. We reserve the right to refund or deny entry to those who are not in the correct year group.

This workshop will include a 30 minute supervised lunch break. Students should bring lunch and a drink.

Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions.

Warning: this workshop involves strong neodymium magnets. Any participant with a pacemaker should send an email to [email protected] ahead of your visit.