Curiosity, creativity, and confidence were on full display at Summerhill School SA as Grade 0 learners wowed parents, teachers, and older learners during this year’s Science Fair on April 2.

Despite their young age, the budding scientists tackled the theme of Natural Disasters with enthusiasm, presenting imaginative and eye-catching projects on topics including volcanoes, tornadoes, droughts, floods, and earthquakes.

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Through hands-on experiments, creative visual displays, and lively explanations, the nursery learners showed that a love for science can begin at an early age.

According to the head of Grade 0, Caressa Govender, the science fair is designed to help children understand scientific ideas in a fun, practical, and meaningful way.

“Instead of the children being told how a concept works, they can get actively involved in designing and creating something to show their understanding of a concept,” said Govender.

She explained that introducing science at an early age was important because it helped children connect what they learned in class to the world around them. “Science is a part of everyday life.

We witness science in everything we do daily, from the insects outside to how our bodies work. Introducing these concepts early on creates a love and awareness for science.”

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Govender said the theme for the science fair changed every year depending on what sparked the children’s interest.

Adding even more excitement to the fair was a visit from a fire engine crew, who helped the learners better understand how emergency services respond during natural disasters.

The fair also drew the attention of Summerhill SA College matriculants, who took time to visit the Grade 0 exhibition, interact with the learners, and admire the effort put into each project.

College head boy Rodney Eymann said he was impressed by both the quality of the projects and the excitement shown by the children.

“I have seen many beautiful projects. All have to do with droughts, flooding, all types of disasters, and the kids are very excited about their projects,” he said.

School prefect for sport, Rileigh Makhele, also praised the learners for the effort they put into their presentations. “Today, looking at these projects, you’ve got to see how much time the kids have put into them,” said Rileigh.’

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