QPHS magazine - Autumn Term 2025 - Magazine - Page 6
Adaptations in Action
In November, all Year 9 students enjoyed
an exciting visit to Chester Zoo, a trip
designed to deepen their understanding of
animal adaptations and the challenges
species face in the wild.
This hands-on experience gave students
the chance to observe animals up close
and see how their physical and behavioural
traits help them survive in their natural
habitats.
Highlights included exploring the new
8Heart of Africa9 mixed habitat, where
students watched zebras and giraffes
feeding. The locusts and naked mole rats
were another big hit, adding to the
excitement of the new area. Students even
managed a quick glimpse of the elusive
snow leopard, perfectly camouflaged
among the rocks, a real-life example of
adaptation in action!
Other memorable moments included
walking through the lemur enclosure,
observing these lively primates up close,
and watching penguins at feeding time.
Some lucky students even spotted the tiger
and jaguar, making the day unforgettable.
The visit allowed students to apply their
understanding of adaptations to a range of
different species, but also appreciate the
vital work Chester Zoo do for the
conservation of animals.
MIX, MELT, MEASURE
Turning Theory into Fun
This term, Queen9s Park High
School had the pleasure of
welcoming 30 science associate
teachers from Chester University
to work with our Year 7 students.
The visit aimed to strengthen
students9 understanding of
practical science and spark
curiosity through hands-on
learning.
During the morning session, the
associate teachers delivered
engaging lessons focused on
scientific enquiry and
experimentation. Students
explored essential investigative
skills such as making
observations, recording data,
drawing graphs, and writing
conclusions. Practical activities
included melting ice and tracking
temperature changes, dissolving
salt at different temperatures,
and measuring the force required
to move an object.
The experience highlighted the
importance of practical skills
across all science disciplines.
It was a fantastic opportunity for
our students to build confidence
in their abilities, which is an
essential foundation for success
in their future GCSE science
studies.
