Coniston will be having it’s annual BBQ on Saturday 5th June. This is a wonderful opportunity to catch up on old friends and ex-residents and their families!
Toaday Dr Francesca Wheeler MBE Cphys FlnstP gave the final installment of the science master classes on Communication and Wave phenomena. Further information on similar activities in Manchester can be found in the Institute of Physics newsletter at: http://www.iop.org/activity/branches/North_West/Manchester_and_District/Newsletter/file_38521.pdf
Today, we had yet another fantastic session of the Science Master Classes with Dr. Francesca Wheeler. Tis session dealt with the Manchester University and the historical development of the understanding of atomic structure. We also discussed CERN, what has been achieved there and what is still to be found. After refreshments there was a discussion on the merits of a big experiment like the one at CERN versus the huge monetary investment.
Today the Science Master Classes have finall begun! Our first session was a short historical introduction to explain why 2009 is a year to celebrate the achievements and advancements made in the field of astronomy. This was followed with a presentation on cosmology, the big bang theory, the expanding universe and the facts supporting it. After the break there was a question and answer session, when students voiced their own opinions not only on the topics presented but many others related.
Here at Coniston Hall, we have started a series of Science Master Classes. The aim of these master classes is to give students in years 12 and 13 an opportunity to discuss topical and relevant areas of the science curriculum, in an informal and friendly atmosphere. The classes are given by Dr Francisca Wheeler MBE CPhys FInstP, who was Head of Physics at Withington Girls’ School and Ampleforth College.
Coniston has now re-opened after undergoing a great refurbishment project. The results are fantastic with an improved study area, spacious rooms and great facilities. Still looking for accommodation? Send in your application on-line today or give us a call on 0161 257 2312.
Today we are launching our new website. Here you will find exciting news and details of forthcoming events.
The countdown is on for the re-opening of the newly refurbished Coniston Hall on Saturday, 19th September 2009. The new facilities include en-suite rooms, free internet and fully DDA compliant premises. We are now taking applications for the academic year 2009-2010.