STEM Directory
The STEM Directory is a database of providers offering STEM enhancement and enrichment to schools and colleges locally and nationally. Teachers can easily search for shows, workshops, debates, challenges, visiting speakers and more.
Find exciting opportunities for in-class support, memorable days out, and engaging projects to motivate your students.
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Ghosts in the Machines
What happens when we turn out the lights? A (not too scary) look at how ghost hunters use technology to find spooks, and how it really works. What is the paranormal? Can we even examine it with a scientific mind? How do ghost hunters claim technology provides evidence of ghosts and what are they actually measuring? If...Tayside Planetarium - mobile planetarium
Each planetarium show fits a whole class a a time*, and we delivery several shows during a half day or full day visit. Our flexible, live-presenter shows are scheduled to fit your school day.We fit in almost any hall (you need 7m x 7m floor space and 3.5m ceiling height), and can be set up in an hour.*up to 35 primary...VSTEAM Education STEM Workshops
We are an award-winning educational service for schools and other educational institutions, providing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Workshops).We have 16 incredible engaging hands-on workshops to offer suitable for all ages. Some of our workshops include:Bridge BuildingDive into...STEM Workshops for Schools | VSTEAM Education
STEAM Workshops and Professional School Speakers for Primary and Secondary Schools. Delivered by qualified engineers.Our Workshops cover a variety of curriculum-based topics. These include Coding, Robotics, Bridge Building, Biology, Aircraft, Forces and Motion, Electricity, Energy (Climate Change...Ocean Explorers Club - Marine Biology FREE Virtual Session
WiseOceans is marine conservation and education company that has been delivering marine education across the world, both virtually and in person, for over ten years. During the last ten years, we have engaged over 11,000 students and teachers across 37 countries! Our virtual lessons are delivered by active...Ocean Explorers Club - Marine Biology Virtual Session
What is the fastest animal in the sea? Is the blue whale really the biggest animal that has ever existed? Why do flying fish fly? How do dolphins sleep? There is so much to learn when it comes to the ocean! We’re ready to take you on an ocean exploring journey and answer all these questions and more....USE YOUR VOICE - Protect Our Future
The challenge is introduced by an inspirational video featuring athletes who share their own stories about climate action.The linked teaching and learning materials for 8-11- & 11–18-year-olds provide opportunity for young people to capture their own climate action stories in a video clip, to promote...Astro Space Camp - Meet astronauts, Launch Rockets & explore the Solar System
Dates: 28th - 31st May 2024 | Location: King's College London (near London Bridge) | For: 7-12 yrs Featuring: British-born Astronaut Michael FoaleReady for an out-of-this-world experience?Welcome to Space Camp, where the cosmos becomes your playground!You'll embark on an...Cars Maths in Motion Workshop Day
The Challenge involves students working together in small teams (2-4).These teams set up virtual racing cars and then compete against each other in a Formula 1 Grand Prix type race.The early stages are offline measuring the track with rulers, string and protractors.Teams then work together online to set up their car,...Time for Science - British Science Week 2024 - Primary Science Day
Time for Science - Whole School Primary Science Teaching ResourcePlacing science, engineering and technology firmly in context by directly relating content to our everyday lives and experiences, Time for Science features inbuilt opportunities for children to complete our ...Pages
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Grants for school
The Royal Institution runs two enrichment and enhancement grant schemes. Grants of up to £500 are available to UK-registered state schools to host a STEM activity selected from the STEM Directories.
There are a number of other organisations that offer grants to schools.
About STEM Directory
The STEM Directory contains searchable activities that enhance STEM teaching in schools and colleges. Teachers can search for shows, workshops, debates, challenges, visiting speakers and more.
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If you provide shows, talks, workshops, challenges, museum visits, teacher CPD or other enrichment and enhancement activities that help promote STEM to schools and colleges, then you may be eligible to feature in the STEM Directory.
Please use the link below to register and submit an activity.