Top chemistry students Rosie Jackson (Y11) Freddie Jackson (Y9), Leah Palmer (Y10) and Olivia Laurie (Y9) took part in the regional heat of the national Royal Society of Chemistry ‘Top of the Bench’ competition at Hull University on Thursday 12 November.
Deputy Head of Science, Mrs Lesley Walker, who accompanied the students on the visit, said: “The evening went really well. The students were given an initial written test and then carried out a number of group challenges, such as building molecules and setting up equipment.
“There were many representatives from major local industries and the Royal Society of Chemistry working with the students. The students were a credit to Driffield School and thoroughly enjoyed the competition. They particularly valued having the opportunity to meet and work with representatives from industry and compete against other schools.”