Applications are open! The University of Wollongong invites students to participate in  LITTLE and EARLY LEARNING LABS, an academic enrichment holiday program.It targets students from Year 1 to 6 during 2019, who are passionate, self-motivated and curious learners.

Dates: Little Learning Labs (Years 1 and 2): 6th – 8th January 2020
Early Learning Labs (Years 3 to 6): 14th – 16th January 2020

Venue:    University of Wollongong (Wollongong campus only)

Applications close:  12th November 2019

APPLICATION PROCESS

·         Parents/Guardian fill out the online application form.

First-time applicants are required to demonstrate their suitability for the program. One piece of supporting documentation is required. Please note that the Teacher Nomination Letter can be used as a supporting document. If students have participated before they can self- nominate. 

Workshops fill very quickly. - Below are some options for the workshops in 2020. 

InPIring Mathematics In this exciting hands-on workshop, you will discover extraordinary mathematics and put your problem-solving skills to the test. It will promote your deeper understanding of mathematics, test your abstract thinking and reasoning skills, make you question the world around you, and give you a new appreciation for this universal language. 

The Joys of Writing Writing - gives you a chance to find your point of view and to explore ways of composing the stories that you want to share. You will experiment with different ways of writing to discover what suits your storytelling as you will have the opportunity to create interesting characters facing challenges and tensions in worlds that you imagine. Be prepared to challenge yourself to find ways to express your ideas and to construct engaging stories. 

EV3 Robotics - Bring the fascinating world of robotics alive with Lego Mindstorms EV2. We’ll go through the process of assembling sturdy robots that you can modify or customise and then work with your partner to problem solve your way through a number of challenges before we prepare our robots for the grand finale – a Sumo battle! 

Clay Cafe - Come join us at Clay Cafe where you get to develop your clay sculpting skills whilst creating any food (made completely out of air-dry clay!) your tastebuds desire. Warning: You may leave this workshop with an increased appetite!

Please contact Mr Astill if you have any questions about the workshops or suitability. 

For more detailed workshop descriptions, how to apply, FAQ’s, and the online application form, please go to: www.uow.info/learninglabs