A partnership between The Children’s Hospital at Westmead (CHW) Redevelopment Team and Hospital School recently launched to connect students with the builders of the new Paediatric Services Building (PSB) through fun and engaging classroom activities.

Each month, a STEM-based classroom challenge is set by redevelopment project partner Roberts Co and aligned to student learning outcomes thanks to the support of Hospital School educators.  

The  program, which aims to build connections between the hospital and Roberts Co, recently commenced with a mathematics challenge focused on the height of the cranes on site of the PSB which Roberts Co team members completed in class with primary students. Kindergarten student Gracie was awarded a Lego prize as the activity winner.  

During the visits, students also have the chance to share some of their creative ideas for the new hospital and ask visiting Roberts Co team members questions about the new building, some of the jobs and machinery on site, safety measures and equipment. 

CHW Hospital School Assistant Principal Noelene Callaghan said the program is a great opportunity for the students to engage with the builders and learn about the future hospital.  

Students always enjoy having visitors to the classroom, and this is a great way for them to build their awareness of the future hospital and gain insight into careers in engineering and construction,” Ms Callaghan said. 

Roberts Co Project Manager Melissa Jones said the program serves as a reminder of who Roberts Co are building for and the positive impact the PSB will have on the hospital community.  

It’s a rewarding experience for our team members to step away from the delivery aspects of the project and spend time with young ones who will benefit from the future services currently under construction,” Ms Jones said.  

“We’re thankful to the teachers for supporting this program because spending time in the hospital reminds us why we are here and who we are building for.”