MD of STEMFirst: Inspiring the next generation of Scientists & Engineers. Educational Consultants, STEM Ambassadors Partner North West England...
Lancashire
Joined August 2011
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We did it and it’s all down to your phenomenal support! 10,000 of you voted to see our UltraFan® jet engine considered as a @LEGO_Group kit and to continue inspiring the next generation to become #STEM innovators of the future po.st/eYztFe
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It’s time to dig into the FIRST LEGO League #UNEARTHED season, launching August 5! A part of the 2025-2026 archaeology-themed robotics season, FIRST AGE presented by @Qualcomm, teams will work together to uncover a brighter future. hubs.ly/Q03j10p50
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KS2 Electricity workshops ⚡️
Contact us to find out more!
Please share with Primary schools in Blackburn, Lancashire, Blackpool and Greater Manchester 💡🙏
@ElectricityNW @STEMAmbassadors
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Vital-Energy STEM Challenge delivered by @STEMFirst
You need to be in it to win one one of 2 cash prizes.
Schools beyond Lancs have teams of Y8/9 booked in. @StMarysHighSTEM
@acc_acad @C @ParklandsHigh @LowryHigh @lydia_meryll @
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We’re looking for views on suggested updates to the computer science GCSE subject content, which was first published in 2015 🖥️👾
Take part in the consultation: ow.ly/cWRN50RMYTj
ALT A graphic featuring DfE branding. The text on a laptop screen reads 'Updated computer science GCSE. Let us know your thoughts. Take part in the consultation.'
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Do you have a passion for STEM inspiration? Meet the next generation of inventors, innovators and creatives & volunteer with the Big Bang!
We're searching for volunteers across science, technology, engineering & maths – and beyond.
Apply today: bit.ly/3FEXKJe
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Taking part in #GSSfS this year? You could win a bursary for your school by letting us know how you get on with the new guided enquiry resources 👇
DEADLINE 29th MARCH!
Share Your Voice!
20 bursaries available to share your story of success with GSSfS!
Select and trial one of the 2024 Great Guided Enquiries in school.
Share with us in a 30-min online meeting with the GSSfS team.
Apply here: ow.ly/zSYZ50QOq6m
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#Volunteering is a fantastic way to spend your time, but we appreciate that it can seem like a big commitment.
As a STEM Ambassador, you only need to get involved one hour per year: STEM.org.uk/stem-ambassadors…
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Ready to launch your career in the UK space sector? 🚀
Explore our new and exciting opportunities across the country!
Find out more and apply today 👉 civilservicejobs.service.gov…
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One week left to join the #AstroPi Mission Space Lab challenge! 🛰️💻
Write a #Python program for the Astro Pi computers onboard the International Space Station and try to calculate the speed of the station 👉astro-pi.org
@RaspberryPi_org @Raspberry_Pi
ALT One week left to join ESA-Raspberry Pi Astro Pi challenge
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Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science! 👩🏾🔬👩🏻🔧👩🏼🚀
Hear from UK @ESA astronaut reserve @astro_meganne about her inspiring science career and journey to becoming part of ESA's new class of astronauts. 👩🚀
👇 #IDWGS #WomenInScience @WomenScienceDay
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Are you interested in a career in space engineering? 🛰️
From spacecraft manufacturing to satellite testing, this new degree apprenticeship could open the door to a rewarding future in the UK space sector. 🚀
Learn more 👉 educationhub.blog.gov.uk/202…
#NAW2024
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Calling all secondary/high schools.
Apply for 'Vital Energy Sustainable Town Challenge'.
This is an incredible Year8/Year 9 challenge being delivered by @STEMFirst on the 27th June @BRFCTrust
2 ££ awards to be won
Apply now [email protected]
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50% places already booked. Act fast 🌱Packed program
KS2 @MadScienceNW @Prospects1998 @StChrisTrashion
KS3 @STEMFirst @thebeecentre Teachers @UKSchoolsSusty @EcoSchools @BarrowfordSch
Leaders @NGAMedia @OfficialUoM @solar4_schools facilitated @CICNWconf hosted by @BRFCTrust 💚
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Well done to Mr Snow's year 9 class for programming and building racing robots as part of their collaborative robotics projects. @thornleigh @raisingrobots @STEMFirst @STEMLearningUK
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Take part in the #BigPlasticCount -11-17 March - for #BSW24!
Register and have pupils count how much plastic they throw away, then add the results to the national investigation!
Find info in the Primary activity pack: britishscienceweek.org/activ…
@PlasticEveryday & @GreenpeaceUK
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We had a fabulous day hosting the IET Faraday Challenge. Thanks to Balshaws and Priory for bringing teams. Well done to Priory, Team 3 who were the champions on the day. Well done all.
@STEMFirst #IET #faradaychallenge
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Join us for an online, 45-minute introduction to the STEM Ambassadors Programme and find out how you can get involved in valuable STEM outreach with young people 🚀
Book your place today 👉 bit.ly/46BvORQ
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Take a look at the Brian Cox school experiments, for secondary students, on our website here: stem.org.uk/cxjb8p
We are very happy to have teamed up with @ProfBrianCox to bring you a new series of #BrianCoxSchoolExperiments videos! These resources, aimed at students aged 11-14, span topics at the forefront of global scientific research. Take a look: royalsociety.org/news/2024/0…
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Don't miss out on fascinating talks and educational sessions at #MarsDay24 🌌 🌟
At this free virtual event, enjoy an out-of-this-world programme of speakers, activities and resources.
Book now or learn more👉 bit.ly/3ZNETV6
