A BROMSGROVE primary school welcomed a rail consultancy firm for an educational visit on the topic of engineering.
The talk, held at Hanbury Church of England First School, by SLC Rail engineering director, Sam Uren and engineering apprentice Lucy Dyer explored the basics of the industry with roughly 100 pupils and had the children designing their own railway and trying on hi-visibility clothing.
Sam Uren said: “We were blown away by the enthusiasm and understanding these young children showed. One girl, who couldn’t have been more than six years old, explained how groundwater works and the importance of keeping it clean.
“It was truly a pleasure to meet these young children, who have a natural curiosity about the world and the role of engineers in shaping it. We hope to see many of them pursuing careers in engineering in the future and making the world a better place.”
Lucy Dyer said: “What was particularly impressive was the children’s consideration for different people using the station. Designs included parking bays for parents with children, people with disabilities, and those who use wheelchairs.
“We were also impressed by the thoughtfulness and creativity that went into their designs, which included a middle school, a jewellery shop, a hotel, and a daycare for parents to leave their children while they travel.”
SLC Rail worked with Worcestershire County Council on designing and building Worcestershire Parkway and were involved in Bromsgrove station.
