A NEW state-of-the-art STEM room has been unveiled Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre, thanks to the Millennium Point Charitable Trust.
The cutting-edge centre is revolutionising the way students engage with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects.
The project, funded by Millennium Point’s STEM grants programme, has transformed a once-neglected space into a vibrant hub for innovation, creativity, and hands-on learning.
The STEM room, located at the heart of the school’s Creative and Technical Faculty, is the result of a collaborative effort between dedicated staff members, enthusiastic students, and the invaluable financial assistance provided by the Millennium Point Charitable Trust.
The space serves as a classroom, computer suite and rapid prototyping room, equipped with laser cutter and 3D printers. It has been created to inspire and empower future engineers, designers, and scientists.
Students have access to industry-standard software, enabling them to design, create, and witness their ideas come to life. The room accommodates up to 25 students and is currently being used for GCSE Engineering classes, computer science lessons, and after-school STEM club activities.
The room has also welcomed visits from middle school students as part of their transition programmes and supports art classes and 3D jewellery design.
Nigel Ford, Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre headteacher, said everyone was immensely grateful to Millennium Point for its invaluable contribution.
“By introducing real-world technology to our students, they can now develop their design ideas and witness them materialise before their eyes. It’s truly astonishing to see their enthusiasm and pride in their accomplishments.”
Abbie Vlahakis, CEO of Millennium Point, said: “We are delighted to have played a role in transforming Trinity High School & Sixth Form Centre’s STEM room into a vibrant and innovative space for learning.
“This initiative perfectly aligns with our mission to promote STEM education and empower the next generation of innovators. Trinity High School’s dedication to this project has been commendable, and we are delighted to have played a part in making this vision a reality.”
A special plaque unveiling ceremony took place on Tuesday to formally open the new STEM space. The ceremony was attended by school staff, students and representatives from Millennium Point.
Applications for the 2024 STEM grants programme are now open. Visit millenniumpoint.org.uk/trust/grants for more information and how to apply.
