STEM Clubs
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.
The STEM Clubs Network is managed by STEMNET on behalf of DCSF. It allows all secondary schools in the country to be able to access the latest in:
- best practice information
- professional advice
- shared resources
- key contacts
- personal support
Schools are encouraged to affiliate to the STEM Clubs Network, whether they have an established club or are starting out from scratch. Membership is also available to schools that are running single discipline clubs (e.g. Chemistry club or Engineering club) or are part of a recognised clubs scheme such as Young Engineers.
Club leaders can access case studies and information via the STEM Clubs Network website to assist them in exploring cross-curricular working opportunities.
Evidence from the After-Schools Science and Engineering Clubs (ASSECs) pilot recognises that professional development of club leaders has contributed to successful clubs around the country.
Furthermore, teachers have been able to make use of their club experiences in their own teaching and learning.
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 DCSF.
