Top of the Bench Competition: A Brilliant Display of Talent!

This year, four of our students, Eva, Esther, Daisy and Phoebe had the exciting opportunity to represent the school at the regional heats of the Royal Society of Chemistry’s ‘Top of the Bench’ competition. Hosted at the University of Central Lancashire, the event brought together some of the brightest young minds from local schools to compete in a day full of challenging and hands-on science activities. The day began with a series of practical science tasks, where our team worked in the university’s state-of-the-art labs. Competing against other schools, the girls demonstrated impressive teamwork, problem-solving skills and a real passion for science. It was a fantastic opportunity for them to experience university-level facilities and collaborate with like-minded peers.In the afternoon the team was presented with a forensic science puzzle; an intriguing challenge where they had to work out who the ‘murderer’ was based on clues found at the crime scene. Our team meticulously tested for blood footprints, dusted for fingerprints, analyzed photographs from the scene, and even tested for gunpowder residue. The girls compared bullet casings and worked tirelessly to piece together the evidence. While we didn’t make it through to the national finals, the girls gave it their all and represented the school brilliantly throughout the day. Their enthusiasm, dedication and scientific curiosity were evident in every task they tackled. We’re incredibly proud of how they conducted themselves and how they showcased their talents. A huge congratulations to Eva, Esther, Daisy and Phoebe for their hard work and determination. 

Mr Coogan

Science Department

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