Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Teaching News

Teaching News

Claim a £200 grant to run an activity for National Science & Engineering Week

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 09:00 AM PST

Schools are eligible for a £200 grant from the British Science Association to run an activity for National Science & Engineering Week (15  to 24 March 2013). National Science & Engineering Week is a celebration to help inspire the next generation with the wonders of science, technology, engineering and maths for all with events and activities.

The British Science Association's Kick-Start Fund helps schools run hands-on science enrichment activities during National Science & Engineering Week. Eligible schools have to fit into at least one of the following criteria:

  • have a high proportion (30% or more) of pupils from ethnic minority backgrounds
  • have a high proportion (30% or more) of pupils eligible for free school meals
  • be a small school based in a remote and rural location.

Teachers can use the free online activity and support resources to come up with ideas for their events and activities. The grant can be used to run hands-on activities, workshops, trips and more to inspire and engage pupils and staff with the wonders of science and engineering.

To apply, just think of the right science-related activity for your school that can take place between 15 – 24 March. Then fill in the online form before the extended deadline on 16 November 2012.