What is a STEM club?
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) clubs allow children to explore, investigate and discover STEM subjects in a stimulating learning environment, away from the constraints of the school timetable or a prescribed curriculum. They allow pupils and their club leaders to work together and explore many different ideas and activities.
Although they complement the curriculum, they are not designed to be about writing, tests, or exams. Activities may involve practical experiments, investigation, discussion and reflection. Most of all, they should be fun.
They can motivate and build confidence in young people who struggle with STEM subjects, and provide an extra outlet for children who already show aptitude and are interested in furthering their learning.
The aims of STEM clubs are:
- to enrich, enhance and extend the Key Stage 3 (S1/S2 or equivalent 11-14 yrs) curriculum
- improve attainment in, interactions with, and experiences of, the STEM subjects among pupils
- improve collaboration between schools and also between schools and industry
- encourage pupils to continue their education in STEM beyond GCSE and Diploma (or equivalent qualification) level
It is the Government's ambition to establish a STEM Club in every school or college in the country and STEMNET is managing this project, with a number of partners, on behalf of the Department for Education.
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