The Engineering Lab- Bridge Challenge

Course Overview

Please note, only the deposit of £25 is due at the point of booking. The rest must be paid before the project starts. Step into the role of a civil engineer and problem-solver as you take on a real-world engineering mission. In this five-week STEM project, children are challenged to design a new bridge for a community cut off by flooding. Through investigation, experimentation and creative design, pupils explore how bridges are built and how engineers use maths and science to solve real problems. Blending science, maths, geography and design technology, this hands-on project encourages learners to think critically, test ideas and refine their designs — just like real engineers. 🌉 Explore different bridge types – Learn how beam, arch, suspension and truss bridges work. ⚙️ Investigate forces and materials – Discover how tension, compression and load affect structures. 📏 Design with accuracy – Create labelled engineering drawings using real measurements and scale. 💷 Apply maths in context – Calculate costs and make informed budgeting decisions. 🔧 Evaluate and improve designs – Identify weaknesses and strengthen solutions. 📘 Create an engineering portfolio – Record research, calculations and final designs. 🎤 Present your final solution – Explain and justify your bridge design. Each week introduces a new engineering challenge, helping pupils build confidence in problem-solving, reasoning and independent thinking. If your child enjoys building, designing, experimenting or working out how things function, this project offers an engaging introduction to engineering with strong links to the National Curriculum and excellent preparation for future STEM learning. 🏗 Enter the Engineering Lab. Take on the challenge. Build the bridge.