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"Race into STEM with our Goblin Project"

Our vision is to improve lives through STEM education

We are dedicated to empowering young people with the skills and

knowledge to thrive through effective teaching and learning.

STEM - Goblin Kit Car Build

We engaged groups of young people from both Aberhill and Methilhill Primary in a ten-week course as we undertook the challenge of building an electric kit car. This was completed whilst covering a variety of educational subjects in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

The project aimed to inspire young people to take an interest in engineering in a fun and innovative way. The kit came flat packed with step-by-step instructions that guided the teams through the build. The project introduced young people to basic mechanics, electricals and the use of hand tools. On completion, we held a racing event at the schools on the final week of the project. By taking part in this programme young people had the opportunity to learn how to work together in a team, make new friends and improve their confidence and self-esteem. This was all done while learning new skills and enjoying STEM and youth work activities. In addition, we collaborated with Active Schools to deliver a health and wellbeing session to each group. This was focused on Motorsport racing which allowed the young people to gain an insight into the fitness regimes and lifestyles of some of the top Motorsport racers in the world. Lastly, we also got the chance to visit a local racetrack in which the young people got a tour of the track, workshop and shown different race flag procedures by the staff. This allowed the young people to see how a 'real life' workshop and track functioned day-to-day.

Through this program we have seen an increase in confidence from some young people as they create meaningful relationships as a team. In addition, there has been an increase in engagement and attendance in school from young people in all groups. Lastly, this has given young people a platform with a basic understanding of STEM subjects that can be used in the future together in the with the work and/or life skills that were softly learnt.