Give an hour for Earth
Make an impact by doing something – anything – positive for our planet. Whether you’re into food, fitness, the arts, or the outdoors, anyone, anywhere can Give an hour to care for our planet.
Join on 28 March 2026, 8.30pm your local time for Earth Hour 2026
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Dynamic Earth want to hear from practitioners directly. Help them understand what would be valuable to you & your learners in your Earth & environmental science centre as they plan the development of new experiences.
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SSERC STEM CLPL 1st & 2nd Level
Engineering Educates webinar 28, 30 April
3:45-5:00 Closes: 22 April
Engage First & Second Level learners in Science, Technologies & Literacy. Engineering Educates teaching resources.
www.sserc.org.uk/professional-learning/early-years-primary-professional-learning/
The Royal Society Partnership Grants scheme funds UK schools & colleges up to £3,000 to work in partnership with STEM professionals on an investigative STEM project.
The application form is now live – the first submission deadline is end of April 2026.
royalsociety.org/grants/partnership-grants/
A week today, Hillhead Primary School in Glasgow will host @educationscotland.bsky.social final STEM Nation Award Open Day of 2026!
Join us for an inspiring afternoon of STEM sharing and networking — with two sessions available. Don’t miss it!
🎟️https://bit.ly/4sb0Uuo
Our final #STEMnation open day this year will be held at Hillhead Primary School in Glasgow City Council on Tuesday 24 March. Session 1: 1.30pm – 3.00pm. Session 2: 3.45pm -5.15pm
Find out more👇
https://ow.ly/F3yo50Y0zhc #STEM
Our Education Scotland STEM e-bulletin for March is live - packed full of news about resources, events and activities to support your STEM journey:
blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/glowblogs/ST...
This Friday, Oakburn EYC in East Dunbartonshire Council will host the penultimate @educationscotland.bsky.social STEM Nation Award Open Day 2026.
Tickets are selling fast so get yours today 🎟️blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/glowblogs/stemnation/202...
The @educationscotland.bsky.social #STEMnation Award supports ELC settings, schools & CLD providers to develop high-quality STEM learning experiences through #Leadership #FamilyLearning #Employability #LearnerPathways & #EquityAndEquality Join us to find out more! ☕️👥https://bit.ly/4rkRfAo
‘Smashing Stereotypes‘ is a collection of stories challenging long-standing stereotypes to encourage young people to see themselves as scientists.
With profiles of chefs, product designers & more ‘Smashing Stereotypes‘ shows science is for everyone.
www.britishscienceweek.org/smashing-stereotypes/
The theme for British Science Week 2026 is 'Curiosity: what’s your question?'
Download free activity packs for year round use, filled with fun & educational activities. Resources suitable for under 5s to around age 14.
British Science Week 6 - 15 March
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British Science Week at Dundee Science Centre is a 10 day celebration of STEM - 6 – 15 March. Get curious, get hands-on & get inspired!
🗺️Curiosity Trail
💭Curiosity Wall
⚡Curiosity Station
www.dundeesciencecentre.org.uk/celebrating-curiosity-join-dundee-science-centre-for-british-science-week/
Young people can discover the exciting world of engineering & its potential to change lives on World Engineering Day. Let's inspire the next generation of engineers to take up the challenge of developing innovative solutions for a sustainable present & future. 4 March worldengineeringday.net/
Celebrate World Engineering Day on March 4. A unique opportunity to highlight the importance of engineers & engineering in shaping today’s society, improving the public’s understanding of how engineering & technology are central to modern life & sustainable development.
worldengineeringday.net
Get involved in Mars Day 26 - 3 March!
A free virtual adventure for everyone, Mars Day has an out-of-this-world programme of live link-ups, activities, resources, talks & live Q&A with space stars & discussions with heroes of the UK space industry.
www.stem.org.uk/primary/enrichment/mars-day
Apprenticeships are working for Scotland. They help the nation:
create careers
build businesses
grow the workforce
Nearly 40,000 apprentices currently in training, 64% of Modern Apprentices are employed in STEM-related roles.
Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2 - 6 March #ScotAppWeek26
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⭐1 week to go ⭐
On Wednesday 4th March, Polkemmet Primary School are hosting an @educationscotland.bsky.social STEM Nation Award Open Day and we would love to see you there!
🎟️ For more information and to book tickets ➡️ blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/glowblogs/st...
Campaign for Learning Family Learning Awards celebrate imaginative, innovative & inclusive family learning delivered through events, activities, courses & initiatives in:
• Early Years
• Health & Wellbeing
• Innovation
• STEM
Applications close 19 March.
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Scottish Government consultation on updating School Premises Regulations which set standards for school site areas, accommodation, lighting & ventilation. Updates will reflect modern requirements - digital connectivity, accessible facilities, wellbeing spaces & outdoor learning.
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Campaign for Learning Family Learning Awards celebrate imaginative, innovative & inclusive family learning delivered through events, activities, courses & initiatives in:
• Early Years
• Health & Wellbeing
• Innovation
• STEM
Applications close 19 March.
shorturl.at/XuMsJ
⭐Congratulations to Farr High School in Highland Council on achieving a full #STEMnation Award! The school was praised for its inclusive & forward-thinking approach to #STEM education.
👉https://ow.ly/GLFz50Y608S
⭐ Only 1 week to go! ⭐
We are getting ready for our 1st ever @educationscotland.bsky.social CLD STEM Nation Award Open Day hosted by Spartans Community Foundation.
Join us for a hands-on afternoon packed with STEM fun, curiosity, and community.
🎟️ www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stem-natio...
The countdown to Mars Day 26 is on!
A free virtual adventure for everyone, Mars Day has an out-of-this-world programme of live link-ups, activities, resources, talks & live Q&A with space stars & discussions with heroes of the UK space industry. 3 March
www.stem.org.uk/primary/enrichment/mars-day
Get involved in Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2-6 March. Apprenticeships are working for business, people & Scotland’s economy.
Discover the benefits of Foundation, Modern & Graduate Apprenticeships.
www.apprenticeships.scot/events/scottish-apprenticeship-week/get-involved
AI Futures National Competition
Students design an AI-powered solution to improve life in their community or support a UK growth sector (eg healthcare, energy, transport).
Deadline: 27 March
Prizes Include: Experience day at/from the National Robotarium
Find out more: Blair.Wilson@hw.ac.uk
Take part in the AI Futures Academy for students age 12–18, supporting teachers & increasing diversity in AI-related pathways.
Hands-On Workshop: AI & Robotics Football Challenge
Students use VEX AIM robot kits to play world cup themed football-style game powered by AI.
Email blair.wilson@hw.ac.uk
Join the AI Futures Academy - an EPSRC-funded programme for students age 12–18 - supporting teachers & increasing diversity in AI-related pathways.
Student Webinar: The Future of AI & Robotics
events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d0684962-4983-4b00-b612-1c98af33bad6@6c425ff2-6865-42df-a4db-8e6af634813d
We are hosting a series of #STEM Nation Award Open Days this February and March. The events are held across various #STEMnation Award settings throughout Scotland!
Sign up 👇
https://ow.ly/F3yo50Y0zhc
⭐Congratulations to Livingston Village Primary School in West Lothian Council on achieving a full #STEMnation Award! The school was praised for its commitment to equity and equality in #STEM.
Find out more👉https://ow.ly/GLFz50Y608S
This week we're focusing on the Curriculum Improvement Cycle for #maths and #numeracy.
Check out this webinar recording for a look at the progress so far.
👉https://ow.ly/YImC50YccHP