STEAMS School NELSON Term 4 2025

What is STEAMS?

STEAMS is an integrated learning programme covering Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Maths, and Society. It focuses on real-world skills, critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity through hands-on, project-based learning—not play-based, but purposeful exploration without rigid time constraints.

Students are immersed in engaging, age-appropriate activities that encourage curiosity, innovation, and independent learning.

Key Benefits:

Students in STEAMS learn to:

• Think creatively and critically

• Collaborate and communicate effectively

• Connect ideas across disciplines

• Take ownership of their learning

• Explore without pressure

• Understand real-world applications

When & Where?

Weekly classes during school terms, based on age group and location:

• Nelson – Unite Church

• Richmond – Holy Trinity Church

Class Times:

• Little STEAMerS (Ages 5–6): 9:00am–12:00pm

• STEAMS Jr (Ages 7–9): 9:00am–2:45pm

• STEAMS Sr (Ages 10–13): 9:00am–2:45pm

• STEAMS Specialized (Ages 9–14): Nelson only (Wednesdays)

Schedule by Location:

Students commit to one site for the term.

Cost

• Trial (3 weeks): Pay via Humanitix (non-refundable)

• Ongoing: $75/day (incl. GST)

• Little STEAMerS: $30/day

• Scholarships: 25% off for financial need (not available for Little STEAMerS)

School Absence?

Inform your child’s regular school—they’re attending STEAMS School. Most schools are supportive, and students should be marked as justified.