Science Sharing with new audiences
What’s a Great Science Share?
A time for pupils to ask, investigate, and share scientific questions through practical activities—whether in lessons, a special science day or week, or at an indoor or outdoor event.
What makes the Great Science Share unique is that pupils become the science communicators. It’s their moment to shine—and your chance to see their confidence and creativity in action!
What’s a science share like?
A science share is when two or more pupils come together to show their enquiry to others. It can be big or small, short or long—whatever suits you.
Most will take place on Tuesday 17 June 2025, but you can choose a date that works for your school.
It’s a simple, celebratory activity that can happen anywhere—classrooms, halls, museums, gardens, even football pitches!
How do we share?
After pupils investigate their scientific questions, it’s time to share! This means talking about their science—ideally with peers.
Pupils are the key communicators in the Great Science Share, making it a unique experience. Sharing gives them chance to:
– explain their question and findings
– describe their approach
– show how their enquiry connects to real life
– ask questions of others.
Support sharing
So many ways that scientists share their work - which one will you choose? Select yours using the Great Science Sharing Prompts.
Share on socials
Use any social media platform to share science - here’s how! Remember to use the hashtag #GSSfS and tag us in!
Display and Celebrate
Display and Celebrate your #GSSfS using posters, banners, wall display cut outs, certificates, and the ‘Our Question Is…’ templates. Supported by Twinkl.
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“Our Science Share is when we bring our cluster of schools together. We put tables out in the school hall or on the playground in good weather. Children from each school bring the equipment and put it on the table. The activities are repeatable and children talk about their enquiry and what they’ve found. They also get inspired by so many other children sharing theirs! It’s just great!”
Show your Great Science Shares…
Click these images to read more about how shares happen in different kinds of shares - home school, class-based, outdoors, hospitals, zoos and more!
Prince's Mead School does a Great Science Share 2024
Great Ormond Street does a Great Science Share in a hospital setting
Safety & responsibilities: The Great Science Share for Schools and commissioned authors are not liable for the actions and activity of any persons who use these resources or in any of the suggested further resources. We assume no liability with regard to injuries or damage to property that may occur as a result of using this information. These activities are designed to be carried out by young people working with an adult. The responsible adult is fully responsible for ensuring the activity is carried out safely. You can access further H&S advice from www.cleapss.org.uk or your relevant advisory association.
other ways to share
Share showcase - send us an email with information about:
- what you shared
- who you shared with
- what you learnt
- what’s next for you?