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 Suffolk EBP hold the STEMPOINT contract for Suffolk providing brokerage services for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Enhancement & Enrichment (E&E).
Through this we have a responsibility to provide all schools and colleges with impartial advice and guidance on a wide range of STEM E&E activities, helping them to identify which opportunities can best inspire their young people in STEM. This includes advice on activities listed in nationally recognised STEM directories as well as other regional and local provision.
The STEMPOINT contract is awarded by STEMNET. For more information, please refer to www.stemnet.org.uk.
A curriculum enhancement or enrichment of STEM is something that provides the school curriculum with opportunities to deliver more relevant content. It should:
- raise awareness of the impact of STEM
- raise awareness of STEM careers and opportunities in industry and business
- be motivating and have engaging contexts to capture students' enthusiasm
- be directly linked to industry and business
- engage with scientists, engineers and mathematicians
- add value to the school curriculum
- challenge perceptions of STEM education
- raise aspirations and confidence in STEM education
We can support schools by:
- offering advice and guidance to teachers on suitable / relevant schemes
- providing details of, or facilitating contact with, the person or organisation best suited to meeting teachers' specific needs
For further information please contact Ann Cloke.
CREST Awards
CREST (CREativity in Science and Technology) is a UK-wide Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) award scheme managed by the BA (British Association for the Advancement of Science).
Through CREST, young people aged 11-19 explore the real nature of STEM by doing their own creative problem solving through mini projects.
BA CREST awards are available in two subject areas - Science or Technology - chosen by students subject to approval from the teacher and BA Crest, at three levels:
Bronze
- 10 hours of project work
- Typically completed by 11-14 year olds
Silver
- 40 hours of project work
- Typically completed by 14-16 year olds
Gold
- 100 hours of project work
- Typically completed by 16+ year olds
The levels are progressive but can be awarded separately at any stage. The differentiated levels enable youngsters of all abilities to experience positive achievement in Science, Engineering, Technology and Maths (STEM) and cover many of the required key skills in the process.
BA CREST Awards are organised and administered through the Suffolk Education Business Partnership.
For more information, and how to register, please contact Ann Cloke.
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