Year 9 Dive into Clinical Science for British Science Week 2026
As part of our vibrant British Science Week celebrations, Oulton Academy was delighted to welcome the expert team from Medical Mavericks to lead an exhilarating day of hands-on workshops for our Year 9 students.
The event aimed to peel back the curtain on the medical world, showing students that science is not just a classroom subject, but a gateway to life-saving careers.
Exploring Healthcare Horizons
Each class began their session with an engaging discussion about the diverse career pathways within the medical profession. From front-line paramedics to the clinical scientists working behind the scenes, students gained a new perspective on the vast opportunities available to those with a passion for STEM.
The Medical Carousel: Hands-On Diagnostics
The excitement peaked as students moved through a carousel of interactive stations, getting to grips with professional medical equipment. The academy was transformed into a mini-teaching hospital as students:
- Monitored Vitals: Used blood pressure (BP) machines and ultrasound scanners to observe the body’s internal functions.
- Practised Clinical Skills: Successfully drew fake blood from a training dummy arm using realistic venepuncture techniques.
- Checked Heart Health: Recorded and interpreted cardiac rhythms using an ECG machine.
- Simulated Surgery: Tested their precision and steady hands with a keyhole surgery challenge.
- Tested Senses: Used tuning forks to conduct traditional hearing examinations.
A Spark for the Future
The day was a resounding success, bridging the gap between textbook theory and real-world application. One student remarked that the experience made the science of the human body feel "real and reachable."
Oulton Academy would like to extend a huge thank you to the staff from Medical Mavericks for such an inspirational session. Their expertise and energy have truly encouraged our Year 9s to engage more deeply with science and consider their own futures in the medical profession.
