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title: "British Science Week 2026"
url: "https://www.moorhill.staffs.sch.uk/blog/2026-03-13-20-07-british-science-week-2026"
school: "Moorhill Primary School"
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# British Science Week 2026

  ![Image of British Science Week 2026](https://files.schudio.com/moorhill-primary-school/images/blog/IMG_0038.jpeg)  13 March 2026   [Charlotte Snape](https://www.moorhill.staffs.sch.uk/blog/author/CSnape)   [Whole School](https://www.moorhill.staffs.sch.uk/blog/category/whole-school)

During British Science Week 2026, children across the school took part in a range of exciting, hands‑on investigations designed to spark curiosity and develop scientific thinking. In Year 1, pupils explored how bees help flowers by learning about pollination and why bees are so important for plants and food growth. Year 2 investigated how birds build their nests, examining different materials and thinking about why birds choose them. Year 3 became engineers as they explored how boats float, testing materials and learning about water resistance and buoyancy.

In Upper Key Stage 2, children were challenged to apply science through problem‑solving and real‑world contexts. Year 4 tested different designs to discover what makes the best paper aeroplane, learning how shape and size affect flight. Year 5 studied sharks to find out how scientists can tell their age by examining growth rings in their vertebrae. Year 6 looked beyond Earth, designing vehicles that would be suitable for the Moon by considering gravity, surfaces and materials. British Science Week gave all pupils the opportunity to ask questions, make predictions, test ideas and reflect on their findings – helping them develop confidence and excitement in science.

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