Computing Students Blast Off with Astro Pi Mission Zero

Students at Dixons Fazakerley Academy recently embarked on an exciting journey with Astro Pi Mission Zero. In their computing lessons, Year 8 students wrote a computer program that were sent to the International Space Station!

They practiced valuable skills including coding, problem-solving and data analysis. By designing experiments and analysing data from sensors on the Astro Pi, students gained a deeper understanding of space and technology and used codes to control the Astro Pi's sensors, collecting data about conditions on the ISS.

This real-world experience inspired our students and showed them the practical applications of computing. Mrs Smylie and Mr Ihenacho are extremely proud of our young computer scientists!