Schools

Three Little Builders is a creative, hands-on workshop for young primary school children, inspired by the classic story “The Three Little Pigs”. This workshop is where young learners become Engineers, using story-based fun in their high vis jackets they will explore material properties, design houses, and challenge their creations — all while fostering teamwork, creativity, and scientific thinking.

Another offering at foundation-level is the STEM Gems workshop titled “My Body”, designed to bring science to life in the classroom through hands-on activities. These workshops aim to make STEM subjects fun and accessible, encouraging pupils to see themselves as Scientists exploring the skeleton, human organs, body function and healthy lifestyle.

The Sentinus Shape Hunters workshop looks at shape and space with hands on practical activities to help recognise and describe 2D shapes. Exploring and talking about 2D shapes in the environment, sort collections of shapes in several ways and describe arrangements. Activities within the workshop include, shape safari, shape construction challenges and shape sorting and pattern making.

This Sentinus workshop through play and teamwork, explores Building Structures 
with blocks, shapes, and materials to create towers and bridges. Inspired by Jack and the Beanstalk, pupils will experiment with building tall structures to reach the ‘giant’s castle’ and design and test bridges, just like in The Three Billy Goats Gruff.
The workshop encourages problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork, while bringing favourite stories to life.

Our moveable toys workshop explores how everyday objects can move and looks at movement & energy by designing and building simple toys with wheels and axles, discovering how movement is created. The workshop sparks imagination and curiosity as well as teamwork and problem-solving.

The Sentinus Floating and Sinking Workshop explores how and why objects float or sink.
Through hands-on activities, different materials are tested and the outcomes predicted. 
This workshop encourages scientific thinking, questioning, and early problem-solving skills and shows how science links to the world around us in a fun and practical way.

The Key Stage 1 pupils Building Structures Workshop explores how to design and create strong constructions. Experimenting with different materials to build towers, houses, and bridges, testing which shapes make structures stronger. The activities encourage creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving, while linking to early STEM learning.

The Sentinus CodeCreators Key Stage 1 workshop using LEGO Essential Kits allows pupils to follow simple coding instructions to bring their LEGO models to life.
The workshop encourages computational thinking, creativity, and teamwork, while making coding fun and interactive.
Pupils enjoy seeing their ideas turn into moving models they have built and programmed themselves.

The Medics in Primary Schools programme, in collaboration with Queen’s University Belfast, is an initiative where student doctors visit primary school classrooms over an 8-10 week period to teach science and health-related topics through interactive, hands-on activities.

This interactive workshop introduces pupils to the science of floating and sinking, density, and buoyancy. Through hands-on experiments, pupils will explore why some objects float while others sink, investigate boat design, and link their discoveries to the real-life story of the Titanic.
This workshop encourages scientific thinking, questioning, and problem-solving skills and shows how science links to the world around us in a fun and practical way.

This hands-on workshop introduces pupils to the engineering principles behind building tall towers and strong bridges. Through teamwork and experimentation, pupils will learn how different shapes, forces, and materials influence the strength and stability of a structure.

• Understand how forces (compression, tension, load, balance) act on structures – Explore how shape and material choice affect strength and stability – Apply the engineering design process: plan → build → test → improve
• Develop teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

The Sentinus Flight workshop introduces pupils to the science of flight. They will investigate how forces act on objects in the air, explore how different designs affect movement, and apply their learning to create and test simple flying models.

Understand the four key forces of flight: lift, thrust, drag, and weight – Explore how design choices influence how far, fast, or high an object travels – Use experimentation and testing to apply engineering principles – Develop teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

The Sentinus Renewable Technology workshop introduces pupils to the importance of renewable energy and how technology can be used to generate electricity sustainably. Pupils will explore different renewable energy sources, carry out hands-on experiments with simple models, and work in teams to design and test their own renewable energy solutions.

Understand the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy – Explore how renewable technologies (wind, solar, water) generate power – Apply scientific knowledge to build and test simple renewable models – Develop teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills – Appreciate the importance of renewable energy for a sustainable future.

This interactive workshop explores the science of forces and energy through hands-on experiments and challenges. Key Stage 2 pupils will investigate how forces act on objects, how energy is transferred, and how these principles are applied in engineering and everyday life.

Identify and describe different forces (push, pull, friction, gravity, air resistance, magnetism) – Understand that energy can be stored, transferred, and transformed – Develop problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking skills.

This workshop introduces pupils to the principles of electric circuits and explores how sensors are used in everyday technology. Through practical experiments, pupils will design, build, and test simple circuits and use sensor-based activities to understand how engineers apply these technologies in the real world.

Understand the components of a simple circuit (cells, bulbs, buzzers, motors, switches) -Explore how circuits can be controlled using switches and sensors – Investigate how changes in the environment (light, sound, pressure) can affect a circuit – Apply problem-solving and teamwork skills to build and test designs – Recognise the role of circuits and sensors in the real-world (alarms, robotics, smart tech).

The Sentinus CodeCreators Key Stage 2 workshop using LEGO Spike Kits allows pupils to follow simple coding instructions to bring their LEGO models to life.
The workshop encourages computational thinking, creativity, and teamwork, while making coding fun and interactive.
Pupils enjoy seeing their ideas turn into moving models they have built and programmed themselves.

The Sentinus Robotics workshop engages Key Stage 2 pupils involves programming and navigating robots around a track—an engaging, hands-on experience that highlights teamwork, coding, and problem-solving in action.

Hands-On Engagement: Building, coding, and controlling a real robot keeps pupils motivated and excited – Scalable Learning: The mBot platform supports a progression—from simple block coding to advanced Python coding – STEM Skills in Action: Pupils learn computational thinking, measurement, sensor use, and logical sequencing – Smooth Class Management: The Classroom Pack and provided resources streamline setup and delivery for multiple classes.

This workshop introduces pupils to the world of coding and digital creativity using the BBC micro:bit. Through a series of interactive activities, pupils will learn how to write simple programs, use sensors, and design projects that link to real-world STEM applications.

The workshop emphasises hands-on learning, where pupils code, test, and debug in teams. By the end of the session, they will have gained experience in science (forces, sensors, measurement), technology (programming, digital systems), engineering (designing and improving solutions), and maths (logic, probability, coordinates), while also developing teamwork, problem-solving, and resilience.

This Sentinus workshop brings game design and coding through Microsoft MakeCode Arcade, using Kitronik Arcade consoles and BBC micro:bit devices, into the classroom. Pupils design and build their own playable video games, learning how coding is used in the world of technology and entertainment.

The workshop blends digital skills with creativity, helping pupils explore science (electronics, sensors), technology (coding, game mechanics), engineering (designing & testing systems), and maths (logic, coordinates, probability). By the end of the workshop, pupils will have created their own unique game and tested it on real handheld consoles — linking digital skills with problem-solving, collaboration, and innovation.

Join us for a valuable and supportive presentation on anxiety management, led by a specialist psychiatrist and designed specifically for NI post-primary students. In this session, you’ll gain a better understanding of what anxiety is, why it happens, and practical strategies to manage it in everyday life — whether it’s stress from exams, social situations, or personal challenges. With expert insight and real-life tools, this talk aims to empower you to take control of your mental well-being and build resilience for the future. A safe, informative space to learn, ask questions, and feel supported.

Step into the world of Artificial Intelligence with a dynamic presentation tailored for 14-18 year old students. Explore how AI is transforming industries, education, and everyday life — and what it means for your future. From ChatGPT to self-driving cars, learn about the technologies behind AI, its real-world applications, and the ethical questions it raises. Whether you’re curious about tech, planning a STEM career, or just want to understand the digital world around you, this session will spark your interest and expand your horizons. Don’t miss this chance to see how AI is changing everything — including your future.

Join us for a valuable and supportive presentation on anxiety management, led by a specialist psychiatrist and designed specifically for NI post-primary students. In this session, you’ll gain a better understanding of what anxiety is, why it happens, and practical strategies to manage it in everyday life — whether it’s stress from exams, social situations, or personal challenges. With expert insight and real-life tools, this talk aims to empower you to take control of your mental well-being and build resilience for the future. A safe, informative space to learn, ask questions, and feel supported.

Step into the world of Artificial Intelligence with a dynamic presentation tailored for 14-18 year old students. Explore how AI is transforming industries, education, and everyday life — and what it means for your future. From ChatGPT to self-driving cars, learn about the technologies behind AI, its real-world applications, and the ethical questions it raises. Whether you’re curious about tech, planning a STEM career, or just want to understand the digital world around you, this session will spark your interest and expand your horizons. Don’t miss this chance to see how AI is changing everything — including your future.

The Sentinus Research Academy provides young people aged 16-18 with the opportunity to experience real online research projects provided by companies and universities. Taking place from late June to the end of July, projects are carried out virtually. In a four-week project, you’ll turn data and evidence into practical and useful findings.

Join us for a valuable and supportive presentation on anxiety management, led by a specialist psychiatrist and designed specifically for NI post-primary students. In this session, you’ll gain a better understanding of what anxiety is, why it happens, and practical strategies to manage it in everyday life — whether it’s stress from exams, social situations, or personal challenges. With expert insight and real-life tools, this talk aims to empower you to take control of your mental well-being and build resilience for the future. A safe, informative space to learn, ask questions, and feel supported.

Step into the world of Artificial Intelligence with a dynamic presentation tailored for 14-18 year old students. Explore how AI is transforming industries, education, and everyday life — and what it means for your future. From ChatGPT to self-driving cars, learn about the technologies behind AI, its real-world applications, and the ethical questions it raises. Whether you’re curious about tech, planning a STEM career, or just want to understand the digital world around you, this session will spark your interest and expand your horizons. Don’t miss this chance to see how AI is changing everything — including your future.

Join us for an engaging and practical presentation designed specifically for 16-18 year old students, focused on building the essential interview skills you need for university, apprenticeships, or employment. Learn how to prepare effectively, answer questions with confidence, and make a strong first impression. Whether you’re heading into your first interview or looking to sharpen your technique, this session will give you the tools to stand out and succeed. Don’t miss this opportunity to take the next step toward your future with confidence!