From 4th to 8th May, The International School of Paphos buzzed with curiosity, creativity and discovery as students across the secondary school took part in an exciting and hands-on STEAM Week projects. Throughout the week, learners explored real-world Science through experiments, demonstrations, design challenges and problem-solving activities that brought classroom theory vividly to life.
Year 7: Sparks, Circuits and Scientific Creativity
Year 7 students embarked on their STEAM journey, by exploring the fundamentals of electricity and circuit design. During the Sparks & Circuits sessions, students built simple circuits, tested switches and bulbs, and learned how electric current and voltage power everyday devices. Through safe, hands-on experimentation, curiosity quickly turned into confidence as learners discovered how electrical systems work.
Creativity also took centre stage during the STEAM Posters: Design & Discover activity. Students combined scientific knowledge with artistic flair, to design informative and eye-catching posters explaining key STEAM concepts. Bold visuals, clear explanations and imaginative ideas transformed complex Science into engaging displays, celebrating communication as a vital STEAM skill.
Year 8: Chemistry in Action and Magnetic Marvels
Year 8 students witnessed Science in action, through dynamic experiments in both Chemistry and Physics. During the Metal + Water Reactions sessions, students observed fizzing reactions, temperature changes and gas production, as different metals encountered water. These carefully supervised experiments introduced core chemical concepts while emphasising safe laboratory practice.
Meanwhile, the Magnetic Forces: Invisible Power workshops revealed the hidden forces shaping modern technology. Students mapped magnetic fields, investigated attraction and repulsion, and explored practical applications of magnetism- from motors to everyday devices- proving that invisible forces can have very visible effects.
Year 9: Electricity and a Hair-Raising Finale
Year 9 students deepened their understanding of electricity, by building and troubleshooting more complex circuits. They compared series and parallel circuits, explored switching systems, and linked electrical principles to real-world applications.
The excitement peaked during the Van de Graaff generator demonstrations, where Physics truly came alive. As sparks flew and hair stood on end, students learned about static electricity in a dramatic yet safe environment. The spectacle sparked laughter, amazement and a deeper appreciation of the Science behind electrical charge.
Year 10: Reactions, Rates and Electrochemical Science
For Year 10, STEAM Week showcased the beauty of chemical processes. The Iodine Clock reaction captivated students, as clear solutions suddenly transformed into deep blue, vividly demonstrating reaction rates and chemical kinetics. This memorable experiment highlighted how timing, concentration and energy affect chemical change.
Students also explored electrolysis, an important process linking Chemistry and Physics. By using electrical energy to drive chemical reactions, learners saw how compounds can be broken down into simpler substances. Discussions connected the experiment to real-world applications such as battery charging, water splitting and metal purification- perfect examples of STEAM concepts at work in modern technology.
A Celebration of Curiosity and Learning
STEAM Week at The International School of Paphos was more than a series of activities- it was a celebration of curiosity, collaboration and learning by actively doing.
By engaging students with practical experiments and creative challenges, the week inspired young scientists, engineers and innovators while reinforcing the excitement and relevance of STEAM in our everyday lives.
