Help articles list

Explore the full list of our CREST Awards help articles - your go-to list for everything from entering a project and understanding award levels, to accessing support for students and educators. Whether you’re new to CREST or a seasoned participant, these articles will help guide you through each step of the journey.

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Help articles list

Getting started

How to run CREST Awards

How to apply for CREST Awards

How to choose the right Award level for your students

Where can I find passports, workbooks and profile forms?

Can I use my own activities for the Star and Superstar CREST Awards?

How to choose a project idea

Eligible project subject areas

How can I get a mentor for my CREST Award?

Applying for CREST Awards

How to apply for a Discovery Award

How to apply for a Bronze Award

How to apply for Silver and Gold CREST Awards

How should my group apply for a Silver/Gold Award?

Fees, funding and payments

What are the fees to apply for CREST Awards?

How to pay CREST Award entry fees

CREST entry fees for non-UK students

Grants and funding to run CREST

Why is my voucher code not working?

Can you send me my invoice?

How to add a purchase order number to your invoice

Project assessment

Criteria for Bronze, Silver and Gold CREST Awards

How are Silver projects assessed?

How are Gold projects assessed?

How does the CREST assessment process work?

How long does Silver/Gold assessment take?

Star and SuperStar activity structure / assessment criteria

Certificates and delivery

CREST Certificate print run schedule

Certificate delivery options

CREST Certificate delivery times

Can I get Star/SuperStar passport stickers?

My certificates have the wrong school/student names/are damaged

Updates and service status

System status for CREST Awards sites

Regional CREST Support Organisations (RCSOs)