In the Autumn Term 2024, STEM Learning is running a free online student mentoring programme, funded by GSK. All About Futures/ All About STEM is managing school engagement in the Cumbria, Lancashire, Merseyside and Manchester regions. “We’re requesting that schools express their interest now if they might wish to be involved. This is a popular programme and the deadline for student… Source ..read more

Host your own Dragons’ Den in school with this series of videos and resources! Visit The Careers & Enterprise Company Resource Directory to access the New World New Skills: Virtual Schools Series – a suite of pre-recorded videos and activities that can be viewed on-demand and completed in the classroom. “The programme allows secondary school students of any age to try out their… Source ..read more

Amazing Apprenticeships offer monthly downloadable information booklets for parents or carers. If you’re looking to advise your teens about career options, these are perfect for you! This month’s pack includes apprenticeship information to support you in supporting your child, as well as information on HTQs, driving apprenticeships, and T Levels. There are also success stories from two… Source ..read more

CREST Discovery Awards offer an introduction to real project work and give students the freedom to run their own investigations. They can be completed in one day, with students (11-14) working together in self-managed groups. The Challenge Students work in groups to solve a STEM challenge, or challenges, with minimal adult intervention. Then students present their work. Projects include… Source ..read more

STEM Ambassadors can join the STEM Ambassadors Community to collaborate, ask for advice, share best practice and discover new ways to inspire young people with other volunteers. Members can also access the STEM Ambassadors Training Hub to discover resources, online CPD, top tips and more. New STEM Careers Group – Promoting Pathways Promoting Pathways is a new group for ambassadors… Source ..read more

The Research and Experience Placement Programme allows Year 12 students to make a meaningful contribution towards the work of a host organisation. Students are bright, capable, and can complete a variety of tasks! By hosting a Research Placement or Experience employers can: • Support and inspire the next generation and future STEM workforce • Diversify your workforce while… Source ..read more

The Apprenticeship Support & Knowledge for Schools & Colleges (ASK) Brochure is out now! Click to take a look and discover the fantastic activities and assemblies available, they’re FREE! We’re looking forward to visiting our schools and colleges to offer apprenticeship and T Level support. The ASK Programme is fully funded by the Department for Education so there is no cost to schools or… Source ..read more

Join Wendy from Daresbury Laboratory and Dan Worsley, children’s author and storyteller as they collaborate to create an extraterrestrial event that mixes science fact and science fiction. “Prepare to believe the unbelievable as Dan takes you on an interplanetary journey using his mind-boggling storytelling skills. Alien adventures await as Dan weaves his story magic, models his writing and… Source ..read more

STEM Ambassadors – Join STEM Ambassadors Community! Chat, collaborate & discover new ways to inspire young people. The STEM Ambassadors Guide to Supporting STEM Clubs has just been added to the Community Training Hub! There are two guides, one focused on supporting STEM Clubs and the other offers concise advice on safeguarding in this context. Whether you’re new to STEM Clubs or looking… Source ..read more

Schools – Register today for an IET Faraday® Challenge Day! Free, STEM activity days with a real-world challenge and annual competition for pupils aged 12-13 years. IET Faraday® Challenge Days aim to encourage more young people to study and consider exciting and rewarding careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) by using creativity, innovation and problem-solving skills. Source ..read more