A school hall was transformed into a metropolis, when children at Heacham Junior School took part in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM) event that tasked them with designing and building their very own city.

The KAPLA STEM Workshop saw pupils from Years 3 to 6 work together on the project, where they used small, wooden KAPLA blocks to construct a variety of giant structures within the city theme.

“We created a miniature city, complete with a ten-metre-long train track, two eight-foot giraffes, and two palaces,” said Assistant Headteacher Ashley Kirwan.

“The event was held by KAPLA, who deliver these workshops to children and adults alike across the country.”

The event was taking place for the first time at the school, which is part of the West Norfolk Academies Trust, and was fully funded by a donation from the Heacham Poors Land Charity.

“Some of the highlights included working together as class teams to construct these wonderful creations,” added Mr Kirwan.

“I feel this event benefited the children by providing them with an opportunity to explore construction and balance. With thousands of blocks carefully placed to ensure these creations are stable, it was a great chance to practise skills outside the typical day in class at school.”