The window for STEM Nation Award applications is currently open. We invite applications from all registered settings in ELC, primary school, secondary school and CLD sectors. If you haven’t already done so, please use this link to register. In order to receive feedback by the end of next term, element evidence must be submitted by Friday 10 October 2025. Any evidence received after this date may not receive feedback until after the
The work to review and update Scotland’s 3-18 sciences curriculum is now well underway. The Curriculum Improvement Cycle (CIC) process, which began for sciences in November 2024, offers a structured way to review and refresh the 3–18 sciences curriculum. The … Continue reading
Education Scotland is delighted to announce that Spartans Community Foundation in North Edinburgh has become the first community learning and development provider to achieve the STEM Nation Award. Debbi McCulloch, CEO at Spartans Community Foundation, said: “We are honoured to … Continue reading
The STEM Nation Award drop-in sessions are open to practitioners from ELC settings, schools and CLD settings who are interested in learning more about the STEM Nation Award programme. These sessions also provide an opportunity for STEM Nation Award applicants to ask questions or seek support with their application from the Education Scotland STEM team. The regular drop-in sessions take place during morning and afternoon slots to suit the needs of
Welcome to our September newsletter, packed with news, resources and support for science and STEM education. STEM Nation Award News Congratulations to Glenlee Primary School in South Lanarkshire Council and Uplawmoor Primary School in East Renfrewshire Council on achieving the STEM Nation Award! Find out more about the STEM Nation Award – General information about the STEM Nation Award – STEM Nation The STEM self-evaluation and improvement framework underpins Education
Welcome to our June newsletter which is packed with news, resources and support for science and STEM education. DOWNLOAD this newsletter below: ES Sciences and STEM June Newsletter 2025 Education Scotland News and Events PISA 2025 Framework This September, some 3000 learners in 118 Scottish secondary schools will take part in the OECD 2025 PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment) Survey. The main focus for this year’s survey will be
We are excited to share that we have just released some fantastic new STEM resources. Please check them out and share with your networks. RAiSE legacy: 🔗 Celebrating the learning, Inspiring the future: the RAiSE legacy – STEM Nation Decluttering the sySTEM: 🔗 blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/glowblogs/st… STEM Nation Award Padlet: 🔗 padlet.com/stemnationaw…
Are you looking for some STEM inspiration, or do you already have a great idea but need funding to bring your vision to life? Please see below for the latest updates on STEM funding and festival opportunities STEM Grants & Funding (June 2025) Science & STEM Festivals (June 2025)
We are pleased to share the PISA 2025 Support Package for Scotland, developed by Education Scotland in collaboration with Scottish Government and the National Foundation for Educational Research. These support materials are designed to help schools prepare for their participation … Continue reading
Thinking about signing up for our STEM Nation Award programme but have questions? We’ve got you covered! This document aims to answer common queries. Register now to get started on your STEM Nation Award journey: General information about the STEM Nation Award – STEM Nation
