2nd December 2015 By Clark Contracts Ltd
The school’s primary 7 classes were given an introduction to construction by working together in this hands on session to complete the four metre high tetrahedron, sometimes known as a ‘triangular pyramid’.
This enjoyable fun learning session develops teamwork, communications skills, analytical and reasoning skills, as well as developing knowledge of structures and basic geometry.
David Cooper, Director of the Clark Contracts Academy said: “It was fantastic to see the children working together as a team to construct the structure. I was impressed by their enthusiasm and eagerness to complete the task which was a challenge for the children and myself alike! I’m sure it has inspired a few of them to think further down the line about a career in one of the many roles in the construction industry.”
Sharon Edgar, construction careers advisor at CITB said: “This is a great example of the ‘Curriculum for Excellence’ in action! Working as one team, the primary 7 pupils produced an impressive structure which brought school subjects into a real live situation. By exploring the construction process they developed essential and valuable skills. Maths was exciting, they had fun and they felt extremely proud of their finished project, just like we do on completion”
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