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Star AwardTypical ages 3-7. Perfect for pupils who are starting their STEM journey. Short, hands-on activities that challenge your students to explore the world around them.
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Discovery AwardTypical ages 10-14. A STEM project that can be done in one-day, perfect for developing students' teamwork, communication, presentation skills, and confidence.

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Discovery AwardTypical ages 10-14. A STEM project that can be done in one-day, perfect for developing students' teamwork, communication, presentation skills, and confidence.
Bronze AwardTypical ages 11+. An introduction to STEM project work - typically 10 hours - for students working individually or in teams.
Silver AwardTypical ages 14+. A challenging, student-led in-depth STEM project of around 30 hours, completed individually or in teams.
Gold AwardTypical ages 16+. A high-level, open-ended, independently led STEM investigation requiring around 70 hours of work demonstrating originality and depth.

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Faces of CREST campaign profile

27 October 2026

Dr. Isabel Webb

Faces of CREST campaign profile

20 October 2026

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29 September 2026

British Science Association marks 40 years of CREST Awards

Celebrating four decades of inspiration for young people

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