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Reviewing the opportunities for children to participate in STEM – science, technology, engineering and mathematics – activities at Meadows Nursery in Stocksfield, Northumberland has led to them exploring many new areas while following the children’s interests.
‘STEM knowledge and skills are often underestimated, which is why we at Meadows believe it is never too early to start introducing STEM ideas to children,’ explains nursery nurse Victoria Lishman.
‘STEM is of particular interest to Meadows as we wish to involve all children, especially the girls, in exciting activities to engage them in problem-solving and critical thinking in order to inspire the next generation of innovators and inventors.’
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