Students and staff showcased the wonders of science last week during Ely College’s annual Science Festival.

A celebration of British Science Week, which celebrates its 30th anniversary, the event was spearheaded by year eight students and marked the end of one of the school’s busiest terms yet.

Sam O’Neil, teacher of biology who organised the science festival said: “We were very impressed at how diligently students worked to carry out their scientific investigations in lessons and collaborated to present their projects with such flair.

“Throughout school there has been a real buzz and we have excitedly waited for the opportunity to see the results of all the hard work that has gone on this term.”

After weeks of hypothesising and observing, students presented their findings to their families, staff, and peers.

As well as showcasing scientific knowledge and creativity, the festival enabled students to learn new skills, build confidence and work in teams to develop their love of science,

Principal Simon Warburton, who opened the festival with Mr O'Neil was eager to get involved and safely demonstrated the impressive potato clock experiment.

He said: “We are very proud of our Year 8 students. Many thanks to the families and friends of the college for attending the day and supporting their projects at home.”

Other stands run by students included how to create lava lamps using household ingredients, fruit batteries made out of lemons, designing mini catapults, floating tea bags and how to make fireworks glow different colours.”