STEM Education

Whitley Secondary School offers STEM programmes to build students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills, preparing them for the future.

Last updated 27 August 2026

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STEM Education

As part of our holistic approach to teach and prepare students for the future. Whitley Secondary School promotes STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education with programmes such as the Amgen Programme, Environment Week and MicroBit. STEM teaching and learning goes beyond the mere transfer of knowledge. It should engage students and equip them with critical thinking, problem solving, creative and collaborative skills, and ultimately establish connections between the school, work place, community and the global economy.

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Micro:Bit

Whitley Secondary School's Micro:Bit programme lets lower secondary students build and code their own pocket-size computers. Students develop programming skills and create working products, with some going on to compete in national competitions.

Environment Week

Explore how Whitley Secondary's Environment Week 2021 brought students together to learn about reducing waste and taking climate action.

Amgen

Whitley Secondary's Amgen Biotech Experience gives students hands-on exposure to genetic engineering techniques and real-world science research, supporting their growth in STEM.