Castle Vale pupils ‘Blast Off’ into science trip to the National Space Centre

Year 5s from Pegasus Primary School, part of the Summit Learning Trust, had an out-of-this-world experience as they embarked on a trip to the National Space Centre in Leicester. The visit was part of their exciting "Stargazers" module, where they’ve been studying Earth and space through a range of fascinating topics in physics.

The children had a fantastic time building their own satellites, learning about the movement of the Earth, Moon, and Sun, and exploring the science behind day and night. The hands-on experience allowed them to deepen their understanding of space while engaging with scientific equipment, improving their skills in measuring, testing, and recording data with increasing accuracy.

The “Stargazers” module also covers key concepts such as the movement of the planets and the Moon, the spherical nature of the Earth and Sun, and the scientific evidence behind these theories.

The National Space Centre, a museum and educational resource, is renowned for its space science and astronomy exhibits, and its partnership with the University of Leicester supports cutting-edge research and education in space exploration.

Mr Adam Ames, Principal at Pegasus Primary School said:

“Our Year 5s truly excelled in their learning at the National Space Centre. This trip gave them a unique opportunity to see space science come to life, and it sparked their curiosity in such an exciting and dynamic way. It’s always amazing to see children so engaged in their studies, and this experience has certainly deepened their knowledge of space and the scientific methods we use to explore it.”