Primary school children will get an insight into how homes are built as part of a new educational programme being launched by Orbit Homes.
‘Building Buddies’ is aimed at children aged seven to 11 (Key Stage Two). Local schools will be invited to experience a hands-on site visit, where children can develop their knowledge and skills by safely exploring the site, speaking to the development team, learning the importance of health and safety, and discovering how new houses are constructed.
There will also be an opportunity for the children to build a home of their own, with a special 3D model house which teaches young Building Buddies the build stages of a new home.
Ray Winney MCIOB, construction director at Orbit Homes, said the educational programme aims for children to discover housebuilding and how exciting it can be.
“We want to show young people that anyone can work in the construction industry – in jobs varying from design and planning, to site management and bricklaying. The children will be able to build a 3D house, learn about the stages of construction and get an insight into the job roles within the building sector.
“It is our hope that this new initiative helps involve local people in our developments, as well as offer children a unique learning opportunity.”
Classroom resources, which include worksheets for all KS2 pupils as well as a supporting teachers pack, are available for teachers to download from the Orbit Homes website.
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