The Southampton Private Academy will teach its learners science through practical work. The school hopes this will develop their laboratory skills, science knowledge and real-life science work.
Leaners are said to understand more science concepts when allowed to discover things themselves, be it human anatomy, the environment or the universe.
American-born astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson once commented on a science question he said parents often asked him: “I am often asked by parents what advice I can give them to help get kids interested in science. I only have one bit of advice, get out of their way. Kids are born curious, period.” he said.
“I don’t care about your economic background, I don’t care what town you are born in, what city, what country. If you’re a child, you are curious about your environment,” added deGrasse Tyson.
With its science laboratories, Southampton Private Academy hopes to instil a sense in learners to want to discover more.
Learners get placed in scenarios that force them to think out of the box while trying to solve a scientific problem and behaving in a manner that replicates the actions of real-world physicians and scientists.
Laboratory activities appeal to learners in a way that allows them to learn easily. Learners also engage in the learning process and gain confidence if they want to pursue scientific studies after school.
