GRANTS – Grants for schools


FIND OUT MORE! FUNDING FOR STEM Grants for schools Funder


Engineering UK


Grant value Next deadline Details £650


Annual, usually in July


STEM Funding for Schools is a bursary from Engineering UK that can be put towards Neon activities, workshops, experiences or shows, or used to host a Big Bang at School science and engineering event. Applications from minority, disadvantaged groups or those less likely to be engaged with STEM activities are favoured. Once applications reopen in 2026, you can check eligibility at eukeducation.org.uk/about-us/stem-funding-for-schools


Royal Society of Biology


£600 Ongoing


The Royal Society of Biology’s Gopher Science Lab initiative is designed for secondary schools to host primary-age pupils to aid transition and encourage peer-to-peer learning across age groups. Funding is available for state-funded secondary schools to deliver a Gopher Science Lab day and access training for pupils to help deliver content to younger students. Applicants need to demonstrate that, for financial reasons, they would not otherwise be able to run their own lab day. To apply, email outreach@rsb.org.uk


British Science


Association Up to £700


Two deadlines per year at the start of the spring and autumn terms


Funding is offered to assist with the cost of running CREST Awards, which are available for pupils aged three to 19 and are designed to inspire young people to think and behave like scientists and engineers through hands-on activities. Schools must be state- funded and either have 30% or more pupils entitled to free school meals, 30% or more of pupils from ethnic minority backgrounds or be in a designated rural area. Apply online at crestawards.org/ engage/funding/#apply


Ogden Trust Up to £5,000 2 March 2026


This is the last opportunity for charities and educational establishments in England to apply for a Physics Education Grant, as the funding stream is ending in 2026. As well as funding to support the teaching and learning of physics from 11 to 18 in the classroom, applications are encouraged for enrichment activities to support extra-curricular physics activities for school and college students from under-represented groups. Apply during the application window at ogdentrust.com/funding/physics-education-grants


Royal Institution £800


To be confirmed. Applications usually open in May


Once a year, schools can apply for a fully-funded Science in Schools visit from the Royal Institution. This includes two performances of a science show for KS1, KS2 or KS3 students, a CPD session for teachers and an after-school or evening community show for a family audience. To register your interest or apply once the application window opens, go to rigb.org/ learning/grants-schools


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All grants are subject to review. Visit the FundEd grants database for the latest information funded.org.uk/grants


Hands-on science can inspire a passion for STEM subjects. Sarah Everson shares some grants for science-themed enrichment, workshops and challenges to leave pupils enthused


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