The STEM Hub

FREE OPPORUNITY FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Bupa Coding Day! Get your FREE Healthy Lunch-Bot Coding Adventure!

Thursday 18th June from 9.15am to 10am

Suitable for KS1 and KS2 (5-11 years old)

Virtual on MS Teams Live*

As a Bupa Coding Day special, we are joined by Get with the Program and AL the Robot with their Heathy Lunch-Bot Coding Adventure, as they take 5-11 year-olds on an exciting interactive journey, bringing coding and healthy eating together in easily digestible byte-sized chunks!

We will be accompanied live online by ‘Professor’ Trice, who will introduce, pause to chat, and conclude the exciting and interactive 25-minute ‘watch-along’ coding adventure show – it’s fun and it’s full of delicious coding!

You have an opportunity to sign up for a free Get with the Program account (www.getwiththeprogram.org.uk/bupa) where you can request access to their fantastic age-specific follow-on computing curriculum-focused activities and worksheets, designed to help embed the learning!

Teachers, taking part will help you to cover computing curriculum key terms, easily integrate STEM into your lessons, save time with ready-to-use resources, contribute to your Ofsted goals and give you a totally free enrichment activity!

We hope you can join us for this special Healthy Lunch-Bot Coding Adventure!

*Microsoft Teams Live is a platform with safeguarding built in, including no enabled webcams or microphone and chat moderation.

To book your place please visit: https://thestemhub.org.uk/events/more-information/bupa-coding-day-coding-adventure

We hope you can join us.

If you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate in contacting us by emailing: [email protected]

FREE OPPORUNITY FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS TO GET INVOLVED IN
CELEBRATING WORLD OCEAN DAY

AIMED AT KS1 & 2 PUPILS (5-11 years old).

DIVE INTO THE WORLD OF MANTA RAYS WITH Manta Trust

MONDAY 8 JUNE FROM 9.15AM TO 10AM

All Primary Schools welcome!

Another fantastic *FREE* virtual primary school event held by The STEM Hub and we are joined by Manta Trust celebrating World Ocean Day.

Celebrate World Ocean Day with an exciting live talk all about manta rays!

Join schools across the world this World Ocean Day to discover the fascinating lives of these gentle ocean giants. Students will learn about manta rays' biology, habitats and behaviour, while hearing inspiring stories about the people working to protect them.

Perfect for primary schools, this session will introduce young learners to ocean conservation and show how people everywhere can work together to protect marine life and our shared ocean.

This live talk, aimed at primary children, will be informative and engaging. There will be the opportunity to ask questions afterwards.

*This virtual primary school session will take place using MS Teams Live. The platform has safeguarding built-in to make it a safe online environment, especially for young people, including no webcams or microphones and a live Q&A function which is fully moderated.

To book your FREE place please visit: https://thestemhub.org.uk/events/more-information/dive-into-the-world-of-manta-rays

If you have any questions please e-mail: [email protected]

We hope your school and classes are join us celebrating world ocean day.

What an incredible day at STEM in the Park 2026!

Around 4,200 visitors joined us in Memorial Gardens, Crawley on 16 May, to explore more than 100 hands-on STEM activities delivered by nearly 50 amazing exhibitors 👏

From launching over 500 rockets 🚀 and flying drones, to renewable energy challenges, VR experiences, robotics, engineering activities and exploring future STEM careers — the event once again showcased the power of hands-on learning and community collaboration.

The feedback speaks for itself:
📊 95% of visitors were from Crawley
📊 90% of young people said they learned something new and felt curious, excited and inspired by STEM
📊 98% said they would attend again

A huge thank you to all exhibitors, sponsors, volunteers and our incredible STEM Ambassadors whose support made the event possible.

Read the full post-event report here: https://thestemhub.org.uk/events/report/stem-in-the-park-inspires-thousands-with-hands-on-stem-discovery-at-memorial-gardens-crawley

STEM in the Park Inspires Thousands with Hands-On STEM Discovery at Memorial Gardens, Crawley

We’re also incredibly grateful to our supporters Crawley Borough Council London Gatwick Sussex & Surrey Institute of Technology Crawley College and everyone who helped bring this fantastic community event to life 🌟

Ants HQ Ltd Boeing Civil Aviation Authority Canterbury Christ Church University Crawley Astronomical Society Employ Crawley Crawley Wellbeing Crawley College Droneworxx Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) Institute of Physics Kier Group Manta Trust McLaren Automotive Ltd Brighton & Hove Buses and Metrobus NIHR (National Institute for Health and Care Research) Network Rail Oander Observatory Science Centre & Museum Project Centre Ltd RED Engineering Design West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service Servomex South East Rivers Trust Sussex Wildlife Trust The Pirbright Institute University of Sussex Virgin Atlantic Viridien West Sussex County Council Recycling WPS Royal Air Force (RAF) Cadets Lynn Hainge FASTSIGNS® STEM Learning UK Dragon Events

BCS Levelling Up: Computing (opportunity for female students in Kent and Medway)

📅 12 June (Online) followed by 17 & 18 June (In-person at CCCU)
🎓 Aimed Female Students in Kent & Medway at FE Level 3 or Key Stage 5
🎟️ Completely FREE

Canterbury Christ Church University is pleased to announce that it will be offering female students in Kent and Medway the opportunity to participate in the Levelling Up Computing programme.

Levelling up is an initiative supported by BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT and Dr Tony Hill.

This 2-day event is aimed at female students who are in the first year of a 2 year programme of study at level 3 (e.g. A level, BTEC, T levels or other qualifications) who are considering a career in any area of Computing or IT.

The programme consists of 9 sessions including:

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Human Computer Interaction
Study Skills
Creative Coding
Data Science and Environmental Modelling
Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
Writing a Personal Statement
Self Development using VR
Campus Tour and Lunch

Eight sessions will be delivered on campus and one will be delivered remotely.

The programme is free to attend, and lunch will be provided on both days.

Attendees will be responsible for the cost of transport to and from CCCU campus in Canterbury.

The dates are Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th June 2026 with the Welcome session taking place on Friday 12th June.

Applications are welcome from all qualifying students and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

To find out more and to sign-up please visit: https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/school-and-college-engagement/activities/bcs-levelling-up-computing

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FREE OPPORUNITY FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS TO GET INVOLVED IN
CELEBRATING WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY

AIMED AT KS1 & 2 PUPILS (5-11 years old).

WORLD'S BIGGEST FILTER

FRIDAY 5 JUNE FROM 9.15AM TO 10AM

All Primary Schools welcome!

Another fantastic *FREE* virtual primary school event held by The STEM Hub and we are joined by Earthwatch Europe celebrating World Environment Day.

We often learn about how and where plants grow. But what happens when they don’t? In this interactive talk, celebrating World Environment Day on Friday 5th June 2026,

Earthwatch Europe, an environmental charity and research institute, will delve into the mysteries of soil and its secret abilities.

Together we will uncover what challenges the world’s biggest filter is facing, and how we can nurture it back to balance.

*This virtual primary school session will take place using MS Teams Live. The platform has safeguarding built-in to make it a safe online environment, especially for young people, including no webcams or microphones and a live Q&A function which is fully moderated.

To book your FREE place please visit: https://thestemhub.org.uk/events/more-information/worlds-biggest-filter-celebrating-world-environment-day

If you have any questions please e-mail: [email protected]

We hope your school and classes are join us celebrating world environment day.

🌟 Just 4 hours to go ! 🚀

Today, Memorial Gardens in Crawley will be transformed into a huge FREE celebration of STEM, packed with hands-on activities, interactive demos and exciting experiences for all ages.

With nearly 50 exhibitors attending, visitors can fly drones, launch rockets, explore robots, climb aboard vehicles, discover careers in aviation, engineering, science and technology, and meet the amazing people behind these industries ✈️🤖🔬

Whether you’re a parent, student, teacher or simply curious about STEM, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

📍 Memorial Gardens, Crawley
🗓 Saturday 16 May | 11am–4pm | FREE ENTRY

A huge thank you to all our exhibitors, volunteers and supporters for helping bring this fantastic community event to life 👏

Crawley Borough Council London Gatwick STEM Learning Crawley College Sussex & Surrey Institute of Technology

🚀🌟 STEM in the Park 2026 is here! 🌟🚀

Today, is bringing STEM to life with a fantastic day of hands-on activities, interactive demonstrations, and inspiring space talks — and so much more! 💡

From aviation and engineering to biology, conservation, and cutting-edge technology, there’s something for every curious mind to explore. Perfect for families, young explorers, students, teachers, and anyone who loves discovering how the world works 🌍
Come along, get involved, ask questions, and try something new — this is STEM you can touch, test, and experience!

Proudly supported by:
Crawley Borough Council London Gatwick Crawley College
Sussex & Surrey Institute of Technology

Thanks to all the amazing for their time to assist on the day.

📍 Don’t miss out — from 11am - 4pm, bring your curiosity and join us for a brilliant day of STEM discovery in Memorial Gardens, !

STEM Learning

FREE OPPORUNITY FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS TO GET INVOLVED IN
CELEBRATING WORLD METROLOGY DAY

AIMED AT KS2 PUPILS

MEASURING THE MARGINS: MEASUREMENT IN SPORT CELEBRATING WOLRD METROLOGY DAY

WEDNESDAY 20 MAY FROM 1.30PM TO 2.30PM

All Primary Schools welcome!

Another fantastic *FREE* virtual primary school event held by The STEM Hub and we are joined by National Physical Laboratory

Celebrating World Metrology Day (where metrology is the science of measurement) we are joined by National Physical Laboratory (NPL).

Why is measurement important in sport? How do small differences make a big impact on performance? Using fun, real‑world examples, NPL talks about how measurement is vital in sport. Students will take part in a short hands‑on activity using rulers to test their reaction time, investigating the difference between their dominant and non-dominant hands.

For the hands-on activity you will require the following:
- A 30 cm ruler
- Two people
- Paper and pencil for results and calculation

*This virtual primary school session will take place using MS Teams Live. The platform has safeguarding built-in to make it a safe online environment, especially for young people, including no webcams or microphones and a live Q&A function which is fully moderated.

Suitable for children in KS2 (7-11 years old).

To book your FREE place please visit: https://thestemhub.org.uk/events/more-information/measuring-the-margins-measurement-in-sport-celebrating-world-metrology-day

If you have any questions please e-mail: [email protected]

We hope your school and classes are join us celebrating world metrology day.

⚡🔋 Get hands-on with the power of electricity at STEM in the Park on 16 May — not long to go now!

We’re excited to welcome the IET - Institution of Engineering and Technology, who will be bringing a range of interactive activities to help visitors explore how energy and engineering work in the real world 👏

Step up and try wiring your own electrical circuits to power lights, spin motors and sound buzzers 💡 a great way to see how electricity is distributed in everyday life. You can also generate your own electricity by turning a handle generator or exploring how solar power works using light and solar cells ☀️

And don’t miss the wind turbine challenge 🌬️ measure voltage output and discover how renewable energy is created using wind power in a fun, hands-on way.

Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this is a brilliant chance to explore how energy powers our world and why it matters for the future.

Crawley Borough Council London Gatwick STEM Learning Sussex & Surrey Institute of Technology

🌉🛣️ STEM in the Park – This Saturday, 16 May (11am–4pm) 🌉🛣️
Join Project Centre Ltd for fun, hands-on engineering challenges designed to inspire the next generation 🙌

🌉 Build mini bridges and test your designs
🛣️ Explore how roads and highways are planned
🧠 Take part in interactive engineering challenges
🔧 Discover how engineers keep infrastructure safe and working every day

A fantastic opportunity for children and families to explore highways and structural engineering through creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving 💡

A big thank you to:
Crawley Borough Council London Gatwick STEM Learning Crawley College Sussex & Surrey Institute of Technology