During the second term, all Year 2 students at The English School took part in the Erasmus+ DataScEd4CiEn STEAM project “What is the True Cost of Your Clothes?” The project asked students to examine the ethical, environmental and economic effects of the fast fashion industry through Data Science and interdisciplinary learning.
The scenario connected PSHCE, Mathematics, Science, English, Art, Design & Technology and Computer Science. Students analysed authentic datasets using CODAP, considered working conditions in garment production, examined textile waste and water use, and evaluated how consumer choices affect people and the environment.
Students also developed practical responses. They repaired, reused and upcycled textiles, produced awareness campaigns, and created digital presentations, websites, posters and short videos to communicate their findings. The project gave students a structured way to use data, evidence and design thinking to address a real-world issue.
Examples of project work: https://canva.link/3nwt2cv8r1n8zwp
