Junior Jam Activity Days & Weeks have been designed with schools in mind to offer activities that are enjoyable, dynamic and progressive. Here at Junior Jam we take over the planning of the theme from the moment of booking, and deliver it quickly and cost effectively.
Should you wish to have a day ? or number of days ? where you would like to offer your pupils something different to what they would normally be used to in school, then you need look no further than Junior Jam. We offer a range of activities and workshops that are specifically designed to run from a day up to a full week, which are fun, engaging and unique. We can send a number of instructors who specialise in different subjects on the same day, so that classes can rotate around our staff and children can experience a variety of sessions.
CSI combines science and forensic investigation with a creative twist. Students will all have a part to play in solving one of our three cases, where they will conduct forensic and detective training before analysing a crime scene. When students enter the crime scene, they dust for fingerprints and take blood samples, then conduct interrogations and interviews to determine the culprit. Learn More
Junior Jam offer an International package where a number of workshops are available, focusing on countries from all over the world. The day can be split into hourly sessions so that in each hour a different class can participate. Each one hour workshop gives a brief overview of the country, the cultural relevance of the activity and a traditional workshop from that country. This is a fantastic way for children to learn about the historical and modern culture and way of life of a certain country, or number of countries, in a concise and exciting way. Learn More
Our iExperience days offer your pupils the opportunity to work on Apple iPads and be entrepreneurs, plan a space mission or become crime scene investigators for the day. It is a school day like no other, and is perfect for themed days and weeks such as Technology Week, Space Week or Science Week. Children can explore whole new worlds and experiences without having to leave the classroom, and will get to see what it is like to have a career in an exciting profession. Enterprise Days Science Days Space Days Technology Days
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In our CSI Murder Mystery, students will partake in forensic and detective training before being assigned a case to solve. Experiments include: Dusting for Fingerprints, Bullet Trajectory, Becoming a Human Lie Detector and Case Studies.
In CSI Burglary, students will leap straight into training before entering the crime scene of a burglary, but is everything as it seems? Experiments include: Fingerprint Fuming, Handwriting Analysis, Foot Profiling and Advanced Dusting for Fingerprints. Students will investigate the crime scene before appealing for witnesses by creating a crime reconstruction and creating E-Fits.
The CSI Disappearance is different to our other CSI packages. Students will be given a brief with all of the evidence and then they will be given the task to trace back what happened. This will include profiling the victim and suspects. This is a mystery that will require teamwork, expert problem solving and logical thinking. Experiments include: Profiling, Forensic Linguists, Forensic Dentistry and Ink Chromatography. Skills acquired in CSI levels 1 and 2 will also be key to solving this case.
Africa African Dance African Drumming
Brazil / Africa Capoeira Samba Drumming
Carribeen Caribbean Dance
China Kung Fu
Cuba Salsa
India Bollywood Dance Indian Drumming
Japan Karate
Korea Taekwondo
Spain Flamenco
Thailand Thai Boxing
USA Cheerleading
iApprentice teaches participants basic business principles by creating their own business model. Throughout the level, they will compete in an 'Apprentice' type task leading to a 'Dragons' Den' style presentation of their business idea. The level will take participants through creating a business plan, budgeting and marketing before presenting the idea to the class. Suitable for: Y5 & Y6 Duration: Full Day (9am - 3pm)
Participants will begin with training before solving a crime that has happened right in front of their eyes. Students will need to be thorough in their investigation, break codes and use good observational and communication skills if they want to solve this crime. Science and Math skills are put to the test in a real-life scenario. Who will solve the crime? Suitable for: Y5 & Y6 Duration: Full Day (9am - 3pm)
Students will research and plan a mission into space. They will create a short presentation detailing their exploration, before calculating the science behind a space launch. Once they have built a rocket and a platform to launch from, it will be time to blast off! Using simulation apps the students will be able to see if their journey comes to fruition and send a rocket off into space to complete their mission. Once in space the students will be able to gather data from stars and planets using NASA and Hubble telescope apps and then present their findings. Key learning outcomes: Understand the science behind a rocket launch, Problem solving and Team work. Suitable for: Y4, Y5 & Y6 Duration: 1 Full Day (9am - 3pm)
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Computing replaced ICT as a subject in September 2014, with the new programme of study focusing heavily towards programming. Programming experience is the best way for pupils to learn about computer science, therefore Junior Jam teaches pupils to create programs, systems and a range of content while encouraging them to express themselves and develop their own ideas. There will be an emphasis on how what is learnt can be used in a future working environment, as our world is becoming increasingly rich with technology. In line with the National Curriculum, we have developed workshops which combine all of these elements.
Level 1: iLogicLite
Students will be introduced into the world of coding using the language 'Blockly'. They will work through basic logic exercises, understanding steps and writing algorithms for different apps to follow. This will progress into using code to create 'Spyrograph' style artwork.
Level 1: iLogic
Students will use games to learn key coding skills. They will learn how to use the coding language 'Blockly' to introduce key programming elements such as steps, loops, basic logic and functions such as 'if-statements'. This will progress into using code to create 'Spyrograph' style artwork.
The iJam lessons combine computing skills with music theory and composition in an exciting and hands-on fashion using iPads. Amongst other things, children will be taught about instrumentation and song structure, rhythm and tempo, pitch and dynamics, genre and music from different cultures, audio recording and sound editing. The iJam course will improve students' general knowledge and appreciation of popular and world music. Each level gives schools the option of steady progression.
Level 1: My First Song
This is an introduction to basic song writing skills using the apps Star Composer and GarageBand. Students will work initially as a class, creating a class song before moving into pairs or small groups to create a short composition using a variety of instruments and sounds available within the apps.
Level 1: My Song
This is an introduction to basic music production skills using the app GarageBand. Students will work in pairs or small groups to create a short composition using a variety of instruments and sounds available in the app. Tempo will be addressed, both in relation to musical genre and how it affects the feel and impact of a song. Musical and rhythmical patterns will be developed and students will appraise each other's work with a view to implementing changes and improving their compositions.
Our iDesign lessons develop students' understanding of design for different media, while using iPads. Children will be taught to explore ideas and collect other resources to aid their work, in addition to self-evaluating and gaining feedback. Initial workshops will give students the skills they require to use the software and how to apply it on a basic level. Further on in the level, students will need to think not only on the aesthetic aspects of their design but on whether it suits the theme, purpose and media they are designing for. Each level will build on the skills learnt from the last and apply them in a real working-life context.
Level 1: iPhotographyLite
This level aims to introduce participants to digital photography in the modern era. They learn about the basic principles of taking good pictures such as focal point, foreground and background and the importance of light and photo-editing techniques.
Level 1: iPhotography
This level aims to introduce participants to digital photography in the modern era. They learn about the basic principles of taking good pictures (such as framing, the rule of thirds, focus and perspective) and photo-editing techniques. Using iPads, the students gain hands-on experience of shooting and editing photographs around a theme or style of photography. At the end of the course, students will compile their images to create a digital album or portfolio and present their work to the rest of the class.
Level 1: Basic AnimationLite
Students will create their own cartoon using the app iStopMotion. This will focus on character creation and storytelling and will be followed by an introduction to basic Stop Motion.
Level 1: Stop Motion
Students will create their own series of short stop motion animations using the app iStopMotion. Working in groups, all participants will plan, film and edit their animations together to form a mini-film including titles and scene transitions using iMovie.
The iFilm lessons aim to introduce students to filming and film-editing using iPads, which we supply. Creativity, teamwork and project management are key elements of each workshop and all participants are encouraged to develop and implement these alongside the computing, filming and editing skills attained throughout the lessons. Important topics covered will include camera angles and use of lighting, preparation and planning, video and sound editing, as well as location management. The iFilm lessons focus heavily on the use of new media. There is an emphasis on creative writing and clear, confident public speaking, meeting criteria in the National Curriculum for English.
Level 1: My First Movie
This is an introduction to basic filming and editing techniques using the apps TeleStory and iMovie. Working in groups, students will be assigned individual roles, then plan and create a film trailer.
Level 1: Film Trailers
This is an introduction to basic filming and editing techniques using the app iMovie. Working in groups, students will be assigned individual roles, then will plan and create two film trailers for different genres. Scripting will not be a focus in this first level; instead students will concentrate on storyboarding, camera work and filming techniques, and video editing. Each group will showcase their projects to the class and receive feedback both from their peers and the Junior Jam instructor.
iCommunicate is a KS1 only subject that ties in learning about the technology used throughout our iMedia lessons to eSafety and staying safe on the web. Children are using technology from a young age, so learning how to use it safely and respectfully is essential. The course develops into a project-based lesson using the range of skills learnt when completing our iMedia Lite courses to create a blog.
Level 1: iNet
The aim of iNet is to create awareness and understanding of technology and its uses. This will be initially through learning about the history of different technology, how to use it safely and responsibly, before finally looking at eSafety and staying safe on the internet.