A large group of year 12 chemistry students travelled into London to meet world-leading researchers from universities and science institutions across the UK at the Royal Society’s annual celebration of cutting-edge science. There were over 300 passionate scientists to speak to as they unveiled the secrets behind their ground-breaking research. This year's exhibition offered excitement for all ages and interests, with a more diverse programme than ever before.There were speakers and exhibitors showing cutting-edge research and innovation, it was an interactive experience for everyone with a curious mind. This year, our students got hands-on with personal brain scanners, heard real ice core samples from Antarctica, marvelled at a chandelier made from a waste product, and learned how stem cells are revealing secrets of the embryo.

It was a really inspiring and thought provoking trip and our students were praised for their exemplary behaviour and attitude.