About the Children Challenging Industry Project
Background
The Children Challenging Industry (CCI) project was started in 1996 after a Mori Poll indicated that perceptions of the chemical industry had hit an all time low.
A combination of classroom-based training and liaison with local companies enables children to see how science is used in 'real-life' contexts. Today the project is currently running successfully in four regions across the North of England:
- North East
- Humber Bank
- North West
- West Yorkshire
CCI for Primary Schools
Teachers benefit enormously from taking part. Constant liaison with a dedicated CCI advisory teacher and tailored visits to industry provide the support that out-of-school training cannot rival.
Children love the opportunity to do something completely different, and the experiments help to develop their range of investigative skills.
CCI for Industry
Many companies host site visits every year. They particularly value the training and experience of the advisory teachers, who are able to help the company plan and conduct a stimulating, memorable and safe tour for primary children.
