Teach Middle East Magazine Sep-Oct 2018 Issue 1 Volume 6 | Page 29

authorities and governments to deliver the best learning outcomes possible for children. Gratnells hopes the Learning Rooms website will become a one-stop resource for educators, and ultimately will help improve the learning environment for children all over the world. The inclusion of functions such as ‘What’s in My Tray’ (an in-house inspiration of lessons and games applicable to Maths, Science, Outdoor or creative education) is further testament to this ideology. STEM coordinators were also introduced to the new MakerSpace trolley from Gratnells which received very positive responses, many asking how quickly they could get one to be used as the centre piece within their new MakerSpace and STEM studios. Again, it was the quality and the consolidation of resources into a well-designed storage solution that impressed. Richard Picking continues “Our system of education in the UK and the quality of our teaching is highly respected across the Middle East. We’re happy to be a beneficiary of that and we are increasing our presence and activities in the region. We’re a British manufacturer that exports to more than 60 countries around the world but more importantly we are a pioneer in creating and utilising harmonious and stimulating learning environments for teachers and students wherever they are.” Designed to work with the rest of the Callero range, the MakerSpace trolley can be configured with a variety of tray and storage bin combinations. Standard Gratnells trays can be interchanged with fixed storage to transport materials and tools to a work area and the trolley can also be used as a stand-alone workstation, with lots of storage for materials and hand tools. Richard Picking, International Marketing Director at Gratnells, commented, “The MakerSpace trolley provides a focal point for collaborative working. A reliable resource centre for all types of project work, it’s the ideal extension to our range of portable storage solutions.” Gratnells is continuing to demonstrate its commitment to improving the learning environment, with the launch of the new Learning Rooms website, and the company is working closely with schools, local Class Time | | Sep - Oct 2018 | 27