Welcome to the educational resources brought to you by Drax’s Community and Education teams at the Power Station in North Yorkshire, alongside our Scottish sites, Cruachan Pumped-Hydro Power Station and Tongland Power Station. At Drax, fostering a passion for STEM education stands as a cornerstone of our commitment. Drax is dedicated to empowering learners of all ages, spanning from primary school to university levels.
Drax offers an extensive range of resources and programmes designed to engage and educate. Whether it’s on-site provisions, outreach initiatives, or online materials, our goal is to make learning an enriching and accessible experience for all. If you would like to enquire about any of our educational programmes, please contact us for more information.
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- Drax Power Station
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- Cruachan Visitor Centre
Outreach
Drax Power Station’s outreach actively engages with schools within the local community to bring its distinctive educational offerings directly into the classroom. Our diverse range of topics spans the Key Stage 2, 3, and 4 curriculum, enriching students’ learning experiences with insightful content, developed in line with the National Curriculum. Drax also extends valuable career guidance to students, shedding light on potential pathways in the energy sector. This outreach programme not only educates but also inspires and empowers the next generation, offering a deeper understanding of energy systems while nurturing aspirations and guiding young minds toward fulfilling careers in a vital industry.
At Drax Power Station
Drax Power Station offers an exceptional opportunity for educational institutions across all levels, ranging from primary schools to universities, to engage with its operations. Work with the Community and Education team to create a tailored experience, catering to your educational needs. The visit options vary from a two-hour tour to discover more about the process of power generation to a full-day itinerary, comprising an enriching educational workshop focused on themes like STEM, sustainability, and careers, followed by a tour of the power station. Visiting Drax Power Station is a unique educational opportunity, facilitating a first hand understanding of vital energy systems and their broader societal implications.
Drax Power Station, North Yorkshire
Drax Teaching Resources
We’ve produced both worksheets and information sheets covering elements of the Key Stage 2, 3 and 4 Science Curriculum.
Example PDF documents below:
Key Stage 2, 3 and 4 documents can be found here.
Supporting UK university education
We work with schools, colleges and universities near our sites (and beyond) to provide the practical and financial support that’s needed.
