As you’re ready to embark on a journey of scientific enquiry, encouraging collaboration and broadening opportunities to challenge stereotypes and inspire the wonders of science - both the Great Science Share for Schools and British Science Week offer direct support to teachers, educators and pupils.
By embracing the GSSfS value of collaboration we can all provide quality time this Spring and Summer to make a meaningful difference to pupils internationally.
Share your science using #BSW24 and #GSSfS2024
We are delighted to celebrate the 30th anniversary of British Science Week (8-17 March 2024) with the special theme of ‘Time’
British Science Week is a ten-day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths that will take place between 8-17 March 2024. Read on to discover how you can get involved.
How might you ask-investigate and share enquiries related to the of theme ‘Time’?
British Science Week has a broad theme each year. By adopting this theme we can inspire pupils to work scientifically on a wide range of scientific questions!
This year's theme, 'Time,' invites pupils to explore science from various perspectives.
Be inspired by delving into historical contexts, e.g. How does the magnetism of coins inform us about the availability of copper over the past 20 years?, or observing changes over time, in questioning ‘How can we increase the biodiversity of our school playground?’ there are no limits to your investigations.
Not sure where to begin? The BSW Activity packs offer plenty of starting points.
Support pupils with the GSSfS Question Makers resources to generate a wide range of questions. Watch this space for a brand new GSSfS Science Toolkit to further enhance the time your pupils take on their enquiry.
How can you get involved?
Organising a science day or week in your school has never been easier, thanks to the wealth of resources available for British Science Week and the Great Science Share for Schools to support pupils to explore the wonders of science and ask-investigate-share!
The 2024 BSW Activity Packs have just been launched with bespoke packs for EYFS, primary and secondary pupils. Each contains a wide range of fun, practical activities and useful information for planning your events for the week.
Take your British Science Week further… with #SmashingStereotypes
Discover diverse profiles of individuals in STEM from chefs to product designers and fitness professionals, showcasing how science is for everyone, whatever your interests, background or career path.
Smashing Stereotypes highlights people working in STEM who may not conform to the traditional image of who scientists are and what they do. The profiles are a great resource for teachers aiming to provide their pupils with STEM role models who they can identify with.
Double the impact! Use your British Science Week investigations as part of your great science share 2024!
Use the timeline below to link up your British Science Week and #GSSfS2024 linking to CPD, CREST and funding opportunities!
Want to find out more about GSSfS2024?
Sign up for the Great Science Share for Schools introductory webinar series beginning on 28th February with ‘New-to-GSSfS’.
