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Ysgol Maes Y Felin, Holywell

Pupils work in groups on their challenge to design and build a bridge.

Pupils work in groups on their challenge to design and build a bridge.

Pupils have been learning about engineering through a series of science workshops this month.

Last week, Year 5 and 6 youngsters worked on a bridge building project with staff from Xplore! Science Discovery Centre, in Wrexham, which previously ran an after school science club for Years 3 and 4.

After a discussion about bridges, their functions, and the typical materials they could be constructed from, the pupils considered the shape and structure of bridges that they were familiar with and talked about bridge strength.

A challenge was set for pupils to create a bridge that was 30cm long and could hold as much weight as possible. Working in groups, and using resources provided, which included paper, lolly sticks, straws, pipe cleaners and tape, as well as scissors and a ruler, the pupils used the knowledge they had gained to build their bridge.

Tamsin Nellist, science lead at the school, was involved in the sessions. She said: “It was brilliant to see the children working together and developing their skills in team work. They really embraced the challenge, discussing ideas between themselves, and taking on different roles within their group.

“The sessions were really engaging, and the children were excited to achieve the challenges set for them. They enjoyed testing their bridges; I think we may have some future leaders, engineers, and teachers in our school!

“This type of hands on, practical learning is an excellent way for pupils to gain a deeper understanding of science concepts while having fun at the same time. We look forward to seeing what David and Gethin have in store for our next two sessions.”

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Pupils learn about bridge construction with staff from Xplore! and test the strength.

Pupils learn about bridge construction with staff from Xplore! and test the strength.

Acton Park Primary School, Wrexham

Dyfrdwy house captains Mihaile Tinaise and Peyton Grace Price, receiving the cup from headteacher Jo Grundy.

The school community has been celebrating Wales with their Eisteddfod. The children have entered competitions, including photography, cooking, poetry writing, handwriting and many more.

Pupils were awarded points for their houses and the house that won overall was Dyfrdwy.

Mihaile Tinaise and Peyton Grace Price, the house captains, accepted the cup on behalf of Dyfrdwy.

Maisie Jones, Year 6, entered and won the most competitions and was presented the Eisteddfod Chair by headteacher Jo Grundy.

Maisie Jones, Year 6, who entered and won the most competitions, was presented the Eisteddfod Chair by Jo Grundy.

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Ysgol Ty Ffynnon, Deeside

School councillors Ava and Evie, who presented prizes Red Nose Day winners Seren, Logan, Rowan and Adelina.

The school organised an Easter egg raffle and Wear Red event to raise money for Red Nose Day. About £300 pounds was raised, and the school say a big thank you to Mrs Edwards from Morrisons, who donated all the prizes.

Ysgol Rhiwabon, Wrexham

Noah Thomas, Shannon Evans and Summer Evans' St David's Day mural designs.

Students at the secondary school took part in a St David's Day themed mural competition.

It was inspired by the mural on the side of the Fat Boar restaurant in Wrexham. This mural was created in honour of the Welsh football team and the school thought it would be good for the learners to have an opportunity to create their own mural.

In first place was Noah Thomas, second Shannon Evans and third Summer Evans.