back to results

Maths - KS3 / Science - KS3

A Need for Speed

Location
Classroom
Learning Outcomes
Students will understand the relationship between speed, distance and time, and will have used this knowledge to complete calculations.
Duration
2 hours

Overview

If there’s one thing train operating companies need to know, it’s the relationship between speed, distance, and time – and the all-important calculations to work them out.

In this lesson, students are carefully taken through the steps for calculating speed, distance, and time – in isolation – with plenty of opportunity for practice and consolidation.

Curriculum Links

KS3 Science

  • Motions and Forces – describe the relationship between average speed, distance and time
Download resource

How to get there

This lesson is designed to be taught in a classroom. However, if you would like to visit any of the stations mentioned in this lesson with your class, please use either of the options below to help plan your journey.

Journey planner Help & Assistance

We’re here to help you

For more information and support, you can contact the Platform team here.