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- Deep Dive: Hands on Science: Exploring Chemistry // 10-11.30 // Cherry Hinton // 6 November - 11 December
Deep Dive: Hands on Science: Exploring Chemistry // 10-11.30 // Cherry Hinton // 6 November - 11 December
What?
Hands-on science with fun practical experiments exploring key chemistry concepts. Examples of topics/experiments:
States of matter - search for gases by weighing them, smelling them, catching them in a balloon and squeezing them out of sponges
Acids and Alkalis - test PH of different substances using litmus paper
Separating mixtures - playing with separation methods like filtering and sieving
Periodic table - explore why it looks how it does and test properties of metals and non-metals
Dissolving - find out which substances are soluble in water/reverse process using evaporation
Chemical reactions - little explosions using vitamin tablets/rusting
Who?
With experienced and engaging local science teacher and Mum, Angela Whittome. Angela has a strong interest in child-led learning and offers these drop-off sessions for ages approximately 8-12 years. If your child needs you to stay with them, please mention on the booking form so we can make sure we have space.
When and where?
10-11.30am on Thursdays for six weeks from 6 November - 11 December 2025 at Springstead Community Living Room, Cherry Hinton, Cambridge CB1 3FT.
How to book
By clicking 'add to cart' below you are confirming you have read and agreed to our Shared Agreement and understand that bookings are non-refundable.