STEM at Stonar
Pupils at Stonar follow an innovative and exciting STEM curriculum, providing them with lots of practical experience to supplement theoretical knowledge.
Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths
At Stonar, we empower pupils to become creators and innovators.
Pupils can:
- Immerse themselves in our brand-new Design & Technology workshop and computer suite, equipped with state-of-the-art equipment.
- Be part of the future with Stonar's involvement in the hi!ai project, harnessing the power of artificial intelligence.
- Test their skills against schools worldwide by participating in national and international competitions.
- Explore a constantly evolving Computer Science curriculum, covering coding, cybersecurity, micro:bit, and more.
- Benefit from our expert career guidance, inspiring guest speakers, and enriching field trips to shape each pupil's path.
- Engage in a wide range of co-curricular clubs, including robotics and drones, coding, dissection, and CAD design.
New Design & Technology Workshop
A state of the art Design & Technology Workshop opened in 2024, located next to the existing Art, Fashion and Photography classrooms bringing together the Creative Arts Department.
The purpose-built workshop is equipped with various woodworking equipment and machinery and also the latest CAD / CAM technology including 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNC machines. This allows pupils to explore their creativity and develop their skills in a wide range of design and technology disciplines.
Qualifications
Stonar has an excellent track record of academic success in STEM, with on average a third of graduates studying Science-related subjects at university.
- In 2024 100% of pupils gained A* to A in Computer Science at A Level, with 100% achieving grades A* to B in Design Technology.
- GCSEs on offer include Computer Science, Design & Technology, Science (Combined & Triple Award), Maths and Further Maths.
- Sixth Formers may opt to study Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design & Technology, Physics and Maths at A Level.
All pupils study Computer Science and Design Technology throughout Years 7 and 8, with pupils able to make selections of their three preferred creative and practical subjects in Year 9. The highly experienced and passionate STEM teachers provide a dynamic curriculum with a wealth of practical opportunities to ensure pupils are well prepared to make informed choices about their GCSE options in this area.
hi!ai Project
Alongside 11 sister schools in the Globeducate group, we are part of the ambitious hi!ai project to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into the learning experience.
As part of this, our pupils have built a fully functional AI chatbot of Charles Darwin. The project's next phase will see pupils working to equip 'Darwin' with memory and recognition capabilities using Chat GPT 5. This development will further enhance his ability to interact and learn from his experiences.
