Year 5s Exploring Space & Science at Scitech!

March 14, 2025

Excited voices, wide eyes, and curious minds. From the moment our Year 5 students stepped into Scitech, it was clear that they were in for an unforgettable day of discovery.

From building circuits to debating the future of space travel, students experienced science firsthand, sparking curiosity in a way no textbook ever could.

Science in Action

At Scitech, students didn’t just watch science happen, they made it happen. Through hands-on experiments, they:

Built electrical circuits to explore energy transfer.
Tested sound waves and how they move through different materials.
Investigated gravity and its effects on moving objects.

“I loved exploring how sound travels and learning about the billions of galaxies out there!” Isla

These hands-on experiences help develop problem-solving skills, a key attribute in the Connecting Learning to Life framework.

Exploring Mars – Science Meets Ethics

The Destination Mars exhibit encouraged students to think beyond science and into the ethics of space exploration. It was about big questions:

Should humans colonise Mars?
Is space tourism ethical?
Should we fix Earth’s problems before exploring beyond it?

“The Mars exploration was amazing! It made me think about what life would be like on another planet.” Bronte

A Front-Row Seat to the Universe

For many students, the planetarium was the highlight of the day. As they lay back and gazed up at the immersive screen, they were transported into space, where they explored:

How constellations have guided explorers for centuries.
The physical demands of being an astronaut.
How extreme G-forces can make astronauts blackout!

“The planetarium was incredible. I felt like I was really in space!” Alexis

Where Learning Comes to Life

Scitech proved that this wasn’t just a science lesson. It was an experience that fostered curiosity, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. Scitech showed students that science isn’t about memorising facts; it’s about questioning, discovering, and pushing boundaries.

Today, they imagined life on Mars. Tomorrow, they could be solving the world’s biggest challenges.

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Author: Santa Maria College
Santa Maria College is a vibrant girls school with a growing local presence and reputation. Our Mission is to educate young Mercy women who act with courage and compassion to enrich our world. Santa Maria College is located in Attadale in Western Australia, 16 km from the Perth CBD. We offer a Catholic education for girls in Years 5 – 12 and have 1300 students, including 152 boarders.