Our learners went on a trip to the London Transport Museum for an exciting day facilitated by Inspire Engineering. This venture, sponsored by Siemens Mobility, offered a focus on various math skills and topics, including Numbers and Algebra, handling budget and working with numbers, rearranging formulas, and substitution. The aim of the session was to help learners see the exciting real-world application of their Maths and other STEM subjects. 

Inspire Engineering serves as a platform introducing young minds to real-world engineering concepts and professionals from Siemens Mobility and Transport for London. These sessions act as a gateway for secondary school students to ignite their curiosity about careers in engineering and transport. 

During this trip, learner had the opportunity to Exploring the engineering wonders at the London Transport Museum Depot and hear from inspiring engineers.  

The focal point of the session was the 'Sustainable Cities' challenge, where learners were tasked with designing cities featuring solutions to combat the climate crisis. In this dynamic activity comprising three rounds, students assumed diverse roles, from a Finance Manager handling budgets to a Public Relations Manager strategizing public support for key decisions. As well as focusing on maths skills, the session emphasised the significance of additional skills such as problem-solving, innovative thinking, and teamwork. These skills not only complement mathematical learning but also encourage learners to explore creative approaches to problem-solving. 

A heartfelt thanks to The London Transport Museum for orchestrating a unique and enriching approach to math problems aligned with the GCSE curriculum and industry demands. The visit not only provided a glimpse into the practical applications of math but also offered valuable insights into potential careers in STEM fields. 

"It was incredibly useful for year 9 learners at this stage of choosing their options for GCSEs. Although Maths is compulsory, Inspire Engineering helps students see the exciting real-world application of their Maths and other STEM subjects, and how they can pursue an exciting career in these fields, that can tie into their interests and skill sets more than they currently may think," Gazala, teacher of Mathematics.