British Science Week 2024: Grants now open for applications
The British Science Association has announced that applications for British Science Week “Kick Start” grants have re-opened. As part of British Science Week, which is a celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths, state-funded schools in challenging circumstances can apply for grants to organise their own science and engineering events.
The aim is to engage children who might not otherwise choose to participate in science, and to promote cross-curricular learning. The scheme is funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).
Grants of between £150 to £700 are available. There are four levels of grants that schools can apply for:
- Kick Start Grant
- Kick Start Youth Grant
- Kick Start More Grant
- Combined Kick Start Grant and Youth Grant
To be eligible, students must be from a school that fulfils one or more of the following criteria:
- over 30% of pupils eligible for pupil premium or equivalent
- over 30% of pupils from ethnic minority backgrounds
- small school based in a remote and rural location
The closing date for applications is the 6th November 2023.