School Forensic Science Event Reviews
Darrick Wood School – Kent
What an amazing event – best day I’ve ever attended. It was supremely well planned, resourced and delivered. The science was outside of what pupils would normally get to do and was very well explained and pushed our most able. Excellent resources – equipment was easy to use but stretching and would not be available to pupils – some only at A-level – so a great opportunity for them. The presenter was amazing – great delivery and excellent with pupils – the pace was just right. Natalie Love – Science Teacher
Fantastic day, well planned and executed. I have never seen these pupils so engaged. It was perfect for reawakening some of our G&T students who needed inspiring. It allowed them to use a very good range of new resources and materials. The presenter was absolutely excellent, engaged all pupils fully at all time. Katharine Thompson- G&T Co-ordinator
Hatch End High School – London
This has proven to be such a success with pupils and their learning of the unit was brilliant thanks to the course. Bhavini Lad – Head of BTEC Science
The content was rich in detail and quality, the pace was fast enough to avoid distraction but slow enough to go through everything thoroughly. Everything was relevant and extremely well organised, definitely value for money. The resources were fantastic, a great privilege for our students to have access, all were relevant and there was a wide enough range of the resources. The presenter was incredible, extremely patient and positive, enthusiastic and motivating. Subject knowledge was vast and executed presentation perfectly. Miss Varshita Shal – Teaching Assistant
The students loved it, not sure if I have ever seen them so engaged in their work. Excellent all round. Great pace, enthusiasm and charisma. The best science class I’ve seen, hands down. Sam Tucker – Teaching Assistant
Litcham High School
Event: From the outset it was absolutely clear that this event was going to be superb. The students have been totally absorbed, challenged and inspired by this day. The group have real talent and to be able to give them this opportunity has been very satisfying. Resources: Excellent, all organisation & prep very impressive. The students have been buzzing all day. Presenter: Brilliant. I cannot recommend this event, presenter, resources highly enough. Mrs Elizabeth Ridge – Science College Co-ordinator
Manningtree High School – Suffolk – 5-Day Event
High level of challenge throughout which engaged all students. They had a great time, learned a lot and developed their level of thinking. Absolutely superb week – I couldn’t fault any aspect of the content or delivery. Chris Inchley – Deputy Headteacher
Event; 4th year and we’ll be booking again – An awe inspiring combination of high-end thinking and totally engaging activities, provoking totally committed, motivated students – who learn far more than academic knowledge throughout the week. Resources: An amazing diverse range that enables both teamwork and the development of individual leaning. Presenter: Incredible energy, clear, approachable, engaging. I’ve learnt a lot too!Dave Read – Lead Teacher
Event: Engages the pupils from the outset accommodating every level of ability. Stretches their learning capacity to new heights. Resources: Plenty of resources which are a mix of diversity & innovation. Presenter: Phenominal energy & commitment. Keeps the students totally focussed & motivated 100% of the time. Dee Weedon
Inspiring Aspire. Come back next year please! Jeff Moreton, MAP Coordinator
Shenley Brook End School – Milton Keynes
Event: This was a great day. The activities captivated the children – it was wonderful to see them so engaged. Superb value for money! Resources: Fantastic – particularly liked the ‘CSI’ equipment! Additional Comments: A parent/governor personally thanked the school for hosting the event – his son and friend had enjoyed themselves so much! Mrs Emily Hazell, G&T Lead Teacher
St Joseph’s School – Inter School Competition – Bolton
Excellent event! Very engaging for the pupils – they all enjoyed themselves! Excellent resources. Chris Barlow – Science Teacher
Brilliant concept that seemed to get all pupils engaged & interested throughout the game. Really relevant to CSI show. Subject knowledge brilliant, clearly know a lot about DNA forensics etc. R. McNichalas – Science Teacher, Ladybridge High School
Very organised. Absolutely fantastic. Pupils & staff all engaged for entire day! Very engaging! Sarah Hale – Science Teacher, Westhoughton High School
Event: Great idea. Resources: Ample for pupils/ staff also given resources. Presenter: Good pace/ well delivered. Made it interesting detail of forensic stuff. A superb event for both pupils and staff. Elaine Kirkman – Science Teacher St Josephs RC High School
A fun day that the students thoroughly enjoyed. Louise Heyes – Science Teacher, Rivington & Blackrod High School
Really enjoyable, pupils were engaged throughout (as was I!) Sarah Hillman – Science Teacher Westhoughton High School
Brinsworth Comprehensive School Academy – Rotherham
Got lots done through day and students enjoyed it without getting restless! Great range of technology and tests. Always had students engaged. Great event. Emily James – Science College Administrator
Brooke Weston Academy – Kettering
Very good for team work, challenge, pace and resources. Louise Oliver – Science teacher/ Science Specialist Project Manager from Kettering Science Academy
Great day, really engaged students. Dan Hawksley – G&T Science Coordinator from Brooke Weston
Brunel University – Inter School Competition
The event was organised in an effective way. There was a clear structure. The activities were well chosen. The resources were varied and engaging. The workshop was delivered with enthusiasm and there was clarity in terms of the tasks. Hannah Peason – Science Teacher, Capital City Academy
It is always great to come to an event run by Matthew. He is very engaging and the variation used always stimulates the students. Sherine Thompson – G&T Coordinator, Capital City Academy
Event: Excellent event, the pupils seem to be engaged and stretched. Nice introduction into a complex subject. Presenter: Well paced and superbly delivered. Anthony Murphy – Science Teacher, Bishop Ramsey C of E School
Resources: Excellent Equipment Presenter: Fantastic, very interesting and engaging throughout. Rob Simmonds – Teacher, Ruislip High School
Presenter: Very clear and concise, made the experience very enjoyable for students by adding competitive edge! Thank you!! Miss Kamaljit Attariwala – Science Teacher, Guru Nanak School
Cramlington Learning Village – Newcastle
Engagement was amazing. Wonderful day for the G&T students. Dr Kemp – G&T Coordinator
Honley High School – Essex
Excellent – can’t really say anything but that!! Gill Harrison – G&T Organiser
Lincolnshire Inter School Competition
Excellent value for money. Dawn Clarke – Head of Science, The Peele Community College
Relevant content and application of science, combined with good pace & organisation kept the students engaged and learning throughout the day. Mr J Sadd – Science Teacher, George Farmer School
Awesome! Andrew Armstrong – Subject Leader of Science, St Peter & St Paul School
Fantastic day. Nick Sampson – Science Teacher, Trent Valley Academy
Event: Variety but with enough support. Engaging. Well organised. Resources: Challenging and thorough, inspiring for young scientists. Presenter: No nonsense, clear information. Brilliant event for inspiring. Emily Rowe – SSA 2 from Priory City of Lincoln Academy
Event: Variety of activity & well organised Resources: Thorough and challenging. Kelly Goldsby – Science Teacher, Priory City of Lincoln Academy
Presenter: Clearly knew what they were talking about Excellent! John Hind – Teacher of Science, Lincoln Hospital Christ School
Brilliant! Cliff Medley – Science Teacher, Yarborough School
Brilliant. Cheers. Would recommend. Mr T Davidson – Head of Science, Priory Ruskin Academy
Very clear, excellent pace and subject knowledge. Students really enjoyed the experience and was fun for staff too. Helen Blakey – Mentor/ Science Teacher, St Hugh’s School
Fabulous and fun. An excellent experience for all involved. Tracy Willows – Learning Mentor, St Hugh’s School
Fits in well with BTEC Applied Science Unit on Forensic Science. Well delivered. Nigel Brand – AST, Priory Ruskin Academy
Fantastic event – I came last year and my students are still talking about it. I expect the students I brought today to be doing the same. Andrea Limb – Head of Science, St Bedes College
It was absolutely brilliant. Alison Butler – Teacher of Science, Haven High Technology College
Langley Park Girls School – Inter School Competition
Event: Day was fantastic, students engaged really well. Resources: Very clear Presenter: Clear and detailed. Kate Campion-Smith – Raising Aspirations Coordinator, Cator Park School
Event: Students worked very well playing in groups. Resources: Very well Resourced Presenter: Very clear and active. Mrs V Gaur – Head of KS3 Science, Shirley High School
Once again a great day, challenging and engaging. A fantastic day with lots of variety. Jean Carson – Assistant Headteacher, Langley Park Girls School
Saddleworth High School – Oldham – 5-Day Event
Event: Lots of students interested in CSI forensic science that they see on TV. This course ‘brought it to life’ and gave them a chance to experience practical techniques which many would never usually have access to. Resources: Fantastic use of cutting edge techniques which bring forensic science skills to KS3. A wide range of tasks meant that all sorts of learning styles were addressed. Presenter: Enthusiastic, pacey delivery. Couldn’t fault it! Additional Comments: Fantastic! Wonderful to see all the students enthused and on task. Emma Tiffany – Science Teacher
Watford Grammar School for Girls
Absolutely fantastic. Hope you can come again next year. Dr Sarah Grinham – G&T Coordinator and Science Teacher
Thomas Mills High School – Inter School Competition – Suffolk
A fantastic day which kept all pupils and teacher fully engaged. Linda Dowdeswell, Kesgrave High School.
Great Fun! Loved it! T Hoxmann, Head of Biology, St Joseph’s College
An outstanding day. Very well resourced and presented. The students’ enthusiasm alone was evidence that the day was a total success. Many thanks. Dominic Halls, Organising Teacher, Thomas Mills High School.
King’s Junior School – Ely
Couldn’t be better. A truly challenging day incorporating a wide variety of skills around a theme that the pupils really enjoyed. Laura Roberts, Assistant Headteacher
The Hemel Hempstead School
About the Event: Extremely good, fun and exciting day. Pupils thoroughly enjoyed themselves. About the Resources: Excellent resources. Jean Harris
Brunel University – Inter School Competition
It was fascinating Miss King – Teacher ,Mellow Lane School
Fantastic! Lots of new and different stuff shown! Thanks. Presenter very good! S Summers – Science Teacher, Harlington Community School
Absolutely fantastic! I really enjoyed the day, as did the children. Lauren Elcock – Student Ambassador from Brunel University
A thoroughly enjoyable and valuable learning experience for me and the pupils. Bhupinder Bhambra – Science Teacher, Swakeleys Girls School
The Gateway Academy – Uxbridge
An excellent event which the pupils obviously enjoyed very much. Resources – very professionally put together. Presenter – Great rapport with pupils and very well presented. Gavin Bain, Science Teacher
Fairfield School for Girls – Manchester – 5-Day
Event: I personally thought the event was fantastic and felt the girls thoroughly enjoyed themselves. This was a great opportunity for the girls to be part of. Resources: Great Preparation. Presenter: The delivery of the event was extremely informative. Deborah Longman, Learning Supervisor
Carre’s Grammar School – Lincoln
An absolutely superb day where the students were fully engaged throughout the day and were very motivated by the competitive element. Thank you very much. Ange Hobbs – Director of Teaching and Learning