BRIGHT sparks got a lesson with a difference during an interactive science show.

Pupils from St Patrick’s swotted up on energy consumption and renewable resources thanks to the Generation Science team.

These shows and workshops are run by Edinburgh International Science Festival and supported by Texas Instruments.

Mrs Ogilby, depute head teacher at St Patrick’s Primary School, said: “We are delighted to be able to welcome Generation Science to our school. Each year thanks to the generous support of Texas Instruments our pupils have benefited from this exciting programme of shows which really engage pupils and staff helping us to bring science to life in our classrooms.”

Youngsters discovered how smart grids allow electricity consumption to be switched on and off based on demand and used experiments to show the impact of excessive energy use.

Texas Instruments has supported Generation Science in the Inverclyde area since 2011 and gifted shows to more than 9,000 pupils in the Inverclyde area.

The firm’s Andrew Burns said: “Texas Instruments in Greenock have a proud history of supporting STEM; Science Technology, Engineering and Maths, education in Inverclyde. Generation Science offer a unique method of engaging young people in a fun and entertaining way.

“We are proud to have been a supporter of their programme for the past six years and hope to continue our support while we still have a presence in Inverclyde.”

Joan Davidson, Generation Science manager said: “We are delighted to be touring to St Patrick’s Primary School in our 25th anniversary year. Texas

Instruments has supported our programme in the Inverclyde area for many years and it is thanks to their committed support that we have been able to visit so many schools in the area over the spring and summer terms.  

For more information on Generation Science 2016 visit www.generationscience.co.uk