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Kidney Dissection Add-On

In this optional addition to the heart, lungs and blood dissection workshop, students discover the fascinating anatomy of sheep kidneys.

Who is it for: Key stage 3
Duration: 30 minutes
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Medical Student Dissecting A Sheep Kidney

In this optional addition to the heart, lungs and blood dissection workshop, students discover the fascinating anatomy of sheep kidneys.  

Classes are guided by a trained member of staff through the stages of dissecting a sheep’s kidney.  

 

Curriculum links

Key stage 3
Biology
  • KS3 Biology - gas exchange systems, cells and organisation, health
  • KS3 Working scientifically
  • KS4 Biology - health, disease and the development of medicines, transport systems
  • KS4 Working scientifically

By the end of the workshops students will have discovered:

Experience what the kidneys actually look and feel like

Learn how the kidneys are adapted to their role of filtering the blood and producing urine, through practical demonstrations

Understand the importance of why pathologists analyse urine samples to provide medical guidance.

School trip prices

Please note: there’s a small seasonal price increase from Monday 10 November, when science centre visits will also include a session on our outdoor ice rink.

Teachers and adult helpers go FREE!
Workshop only
£6.50 per pupil
Workshop and science centre visit
£12.50 per pupil