CLASSROOMS were turned into laboratories as children spent two days exploring the wonders of science at a Widnes school.

Pupils at St Michael’s Catholic Primary School carried out 20 different experiments to celebrate British Science Week.

Boys and girls in class five have been working with a science consultant and were challenged to put their scientific knowledge into practice.

Through weekly science lessons, pupils are encouraged to observe, explain and develop a sense of excitement and curiosity about the world around them.

The children became teachers for the day as they were asked to demonstrate experiments to every other class ranging from nursery to 10 year olds.

The experiments included testing acids, alkalis and neutralisation, discovering how light travels, using their forensic science skills to observe individual finger prints and showing pupils how to measure their lung capacity.

Science consultant Eileen Edwards said: “Pupils are expected to know, apply and understand the matters, skills and processes.

“The children did themselves and the school proud.”

The science days were hailed a huge success as the pupils made learning fun, exciting and engaging.

Teachers now plan to invite other schools and parents to come in so the children can showcase their scientific knowledge to the wider community.

Scientists from Widnes chemical firm Croda on Foundry Lane also visited the school during science week to help develop pupils’ skills and expertise.