Our Guild Schools project allows University of Liverpool Students to deliver workshops on the themes of Science or Sustainability in schools across Merseyside.
Running from November until April each academic year, the project is an excellent opportunity for both students and pupils to develop skills and experience something new. What's more, it’s completely free for both the student volunteers and the schools themselves. Each year we shortlist Societies who have applied to take part in the project. Successful groups will then take part in a variety of training, including safeguarding and session planning, before visiting a school.
This year will be a bit different as we are going virtual. Due to the current pandemic our student teams will be able to join your class groups in school via Zoom. We are currently working hard to develop a new range of exciting sessions which will be available soon both live and as recordings.
Below are the societies and other team sessions which were available last year to give you a flavour of what to expect.
To volunteer or find out more about Guild Schools, please email school@liverpool.ac.uk
Schools are responsible for reviewing session plans and presentation documents before all school visits to ensure that the terms and language used are appropriate for the age and maturity of the groups being delivered to. If any amendments are requested then please contact us at school@liverpool.ac.uk
Sessions will be most effective when they are integrated into the schools' planned scheme of work.
YR 3,4,5,6
University of Liverpool’s Teddy Bear Hospital will be running their practical session aboutt healthy eating and what to do in an emergency situation. Older year groups will also learn the importance of Basic Life Support, as well as getting the opportunity to practice their BLS skills on dolls.
YR 3,4,5,6
Pupils will learn the basic skills and information about meditation. Students will partake in multiple forms of meditation which will be easy, enjoyable and beneficial.
YR 3,4,5,6
An interactive session teaching pupils the unique makeup of DNA, students will also partake in an experiment to extract DNA from a strawberry.
YR 3,4,5,6
A session educating pupils about the key animals found in the marine environment and the ways to help protect them by making simple changes in their daily lives. Children participate in an interactive arts and craft activity, making fish out of old plastic bottles.
YR 3,4
The session will introduce the idea of mental health and speak to pupils about their emotions through the use of ‘Inside Out’ characters. Identifying wellbeing strategies that can be implemented.
YR 3,4,5,6
An inspiring and interactive session that explores what disability means and how disability impacts individuals. Considering how to make society a more equal environment and encouraging pupils to explore what makes them unique and their ‘super powers’.
YR 6
Covering general Science, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and Careers in Science
YR 3,4,5,6
Sessions include: Bees & Sustainability Biodiversity, Energy & the Environment, Grow Your Own Healthy Food, Recycling, Transport & the Environment
Bees & Sustainability Session Bees & Sustainability Presentation
Biodiversity Session Biodiversity Presentation
Energy & The Envrionment Session Energy & The Envrionment Presentation
Grow Your Own Healthy Food Session Grow Your Own Healthy Food Presentation
Recycling Session Recycling Presentation
Transport & The Environment Session Transport & The Envrionment Presentation
YR 3,4,5,6
Available for mixed or single sex groups. An interactive, creative session about the application of engineering aerodynamics in race cars. Students will use their skills to construct and adapt race cars. Teaching pupils about the possibilities of a career in engineering.
YR 11,12
CATS' session introduces pupils to the common signs and symptoms of cancer, and teaches them when to see their GP.
YR 7,8
An interactive session teaching pupils the unique makeup of DNA, pupils will partake in an experiment to extract DNA from a strawberry.
YR 7,8,9,10,11
Pupils will learn the basics about HIV, including how it is transmitted and how to protect themselves and others. The session will include a quick fire quiz to conclude what has been learned in the session.
YR 7,8,9,10
An interactive session to teach basic sign language skills including the alphabet and numbers, as well as introducing one self. The session will conclude with an exciting sign language game to practice the skills learned.
YR 7,8,9,10
Pupils will learn the basic skills and information about meditation. Students will partake in multiple forms of meditation which will be easy, enjoyable and beneficial.
YR 7,8,9
An interactive and creative session to teach pupils what space medicine is and describe how the body changes in space. Pupils will build a bionic hand to learn the importance of tendons, ligaments and bones in the hand.
YR 9,10
An interactive session, teaching students about the world of drama and acting. Pupils will learn new acting techniques by taking on the role of a character and creating group role plays.
YR 7,8
A creative writing session including interactive activities such as creating and describing characters. Students will improve their descriptive writing skills and discover new ways of being creative.
YR 7,8,9,10
A session introducing First Aid and teaching students how to approach a situation and what to assess. Students will learn the recovery position including why it is used and how to put someone in the position. Pupils will practice CPR using a dummy and discuss when to get help and what details should be shared in a 999 call.
YR 7,8,9,10
Available for mixed or single sex classes. Educating students about puberty and reducing the taboo of talking about periods. Pupils will consider what changes happen to the body, considering how this makes them feel and how to respond in potentially difficult situations.
YR 9,10
Educate pupils about health related issues such as Cervical Cancer, Breast Cancer and Contraception. Students will learn to recognise signs and symptoms and gain an understanding of the NHS screening programme. The session will aim to reduce anxiety surrounding these issues and consider GP appointments, smear tests and the HPV vaccine.
YR 7,8,9,10
Available for mixed or single sex groups. An interactive, creative session about the application of engineering aerodynamics in race cars. Students will use their skills to construct and adapt race cars. Teaching pupils about the possibilities of a career in engineering.
YR 7,8,9,10
Covering areas such as Environmental Careers and Plastic and the Marine Environment.
YR 7,8,9,10
Covering general Science, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and Careers in Science
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