British Science Association

23/04/2026

Tickets for the Engage Teacher Conference, online 8-19 June, are free for Engage Teacher Network members.

If you think you might be eligible, join now for a code to get your tickets free.

Tickets cost £5 per session for non-members, but you can use code EarlyBirdETC26 before 4 May to get a 40% discount!

Find out more:
https://www.crestawards.org/engage/

23/04/2026

23/04/2026

The 2026 Engage Teacher Conference takes place this year 8-19 June!

The conference is an occasion for members of the Engage Teacher Network to connect and share their wealth of experience, ideas, and best practice for engaging young people from groups most often underrepresented in STEM.

There’ll be lots of brilliant after-school online sessions running from 4-5pm covering topics from supporting secondary students with their next steps to funding opportunities, & showcases of free resources.

Members of the Engage Teacher Network can attend all sessions for free. If you’re not a member yet but think you might eligible, join now to get your promo code for free attendance.

If you're not eligible to join the network, use the code EarlyBirdETC26 before 4 May to book sessions for only £3!

Find out more about the conference: https://www.crestawards.org/engage/conference/

Book your tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/2026-engage-teacher-conference-4830519

13/03/2026

We hope you enjoyed and felt inspired by our campaign for British Science Week 2026!

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the campaign, and in particular to our sponsors , Urenco, , and KCL for their support.

The campaign has highlighted inspiring individuals across diverse STEM fields - from sustainable fashion and AI to nuclear medicine, genomics, and system engineering.

These stories demonstrate that there is no single path to success in STEM, only remarkable journeys shaped by curiosity, resilience, and creativity.

Through this campaign, we have sought to make science more inclusive, representative, and connected to society, and we are grateful to all who have helped amplify these voices.

🔗 You can always explore the full campaign via the link in bio!

10/03/2026

Smashing Stereotypes is back for its 7th year, and this year the campaign is the biggest yet!

Meet eight new scientists working across the sector who share their stories and prove there’s no ‘correct’ route to a career in science, and that it’s a workforce that’s open to all.

From sustainable fashion to medical isotopes, this year’s cohort showcase a broad range of STEM areas young people may never have heard of, or realised counted as science!

Find the profiles, videos and the Discussion Pack here: https://www.britishscienceweek.org/smashing-stereotypes/

07/03/2026

Check out our Curiosity video campaign for British Science Week 2026!

We've spoken to scientists and researchers from all sorts of backgrounds to hear about how childhood curiosity led them to where they are now.

Whether you’re an educator, STEM professional, or simply passionate about science engagement, this campaign is a brilliant way to start conversations with young people and your networks about curiosity and future careers in STEM.

You can find the videos on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWxZBtZEMeZCnxi6WJSojIpYcgx0G8kT0
and TikTok, Instagram and Facebook.

🗣️ Watch, share and be part of the excitement as we count down to British Science Week!

Share your videos with friends, family, and the world

06/03/2026

British Science Week begins today 🥳!

There's lots going and so many ways to get involved. Our activity packs for ages under 5 up to around 14 are available to download FREE, you can check out our Smashing Stereotypes cohort for 2026 and the Discussion Pack for sparking conversations with your students.

This year we have released a Curiosity video campaign which you can find on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Facebook - you can't miss it! Along with Smashing Stereotypes, these videos are perfect for showcasing different careers to curious students.

Remember to visit our What's on page to find out what's happening in your area and online during the Week, and of course take part in the annual British Science Week poster competition!

Find all the information you'll need on our website: https://www.britishscienceweek.org/ and let us know about your plans in the comments.

02/03/2026

is just a few days away, and we hope you’ve been enjoying the ‘Curiosity: what's your question’-themed activity packs and can’t wait to run your events during the Week!

Don’t forget to also take part in our poster competition! This year we're asking children and young people aged 3-19 to create posters about what they think will make a ‘good’/’positive’ childhood in the future.

Click here to find all the info you’ll need: https://www.britishscienceweek.org/plan-your-activities/poster-competition/

16/02/2026

The British Science Week poster competition is a bit different this year: we're asking children and young people what their visions are for a good/positive childhood.

Along with the NUSTEM team at Northumbria University we've teamed up with the Government Office for Science to analyse the posters you submit and publish a special report.

You'll find lots of extra supporting resources in the activity packs to help guide your pupils and students from 3-19 with their ideas.

We can't wait to see the posters! Apply by 16 Apr

20/01/2026

Check out the British Science Week 2026 activity packs, live now!

📢The activity packs are live now!

We've published three FREE packs for children & young people from under 5s to secondary school students - there's something for everyone!

The theme this year is 'Curiosity: what's your question?' - the packs are full of activities that explore questions children ask about the world around them, from dinosaur adaptations to growing food in space.

Downloads yours now & get the British Science Week fun started:

https://www.britishscienceweek.org/activity-packs/

13/09/2025

Geophonic: A rock and walk performance has been a show-stopping highlight, with audiences loving this unique way to experience Liverpool.

Don’t miss your chance to book for the final performances at Bluecoat on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September.

Saturday 11.30 to 12.30 and 14.30 to 15.30 (BSL)

Sunday 11.30 to 12.30 (BSL) and 15.30 to 16.30 (BSL)

Book now on the BSF site (link in bio!) before they’re gone!