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Discovery Award

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Typical ages 10-14

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Typically 5 hrs

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£3 UK; £7.50 International

Discovery Awards can be completed in a single day or through a 5-hour project spread over time. Ideal for secondary students looking to deepen their interest in STEM, these Awards help build valuable skills such as communication, problem solving, teamwork, resilience, and motivation.

You can choose from our wide range of exciting and engaging challenges, or even create your own project based on your interests.

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How to run

Plan

Discover free activities in our Resource Library and choose a challenge to enjoy with your students!


You’re also welcome to use your own activity. Don’t forget to pre-order your Discovery certificates so they’re ready in time for your event!

Challenge

Students complete either a single project or a series of connected challenges, all rooted in real-world STEM contexts.

Working in self-managed teams, students collaborate on their chosen challenge(s), documenting and reflecting on their progress using a CREST Discovery passport. They share their findings through a group presentation, showcasing both their learning and teamwork.

Apply

Create a free account on our application platform to order your certificates.

Complete the application, pay for the Discovery certificates and they will be delivered to your delivery address.

Achieve!

Celebrate the incredible achievement of the students as they earn their Discovery CREST Awards!

Share your experience with us or tag us in your posts. Let's spread the joy and inspire others with the children's success!

  • Plan

    Discover free activities in our Resource Library and choose a challenge to enjoy with your students!


    You’re also welcome to use your own activity. Don’t forget to pre-order your Discovery certificates so they’re ready in time for your event!

  • Challenge

    Students complete either a single project or a series of connected challenges, all rooted in real-world STEM contexts.

    Working in self-managed teams, students collaborate on their chosen challenge(s), documenting and reflecting on their progress using a CREST Discovery passport. They share their findings through a group presentation, showcasing both their learning and teamwork.

  • Apply

    Create a free account on our application platform to order your certificates.

    Complete the application, pay for the Discovery certificates and they will be delivered to your delivery address.

  • Achieve!

    Celebrate the incredible achievement of the students as they earn their Discovery CREST Awards!

    Share your experience with us or tag us in your posts. Let's spread the joy and inspire others with the children's success!

Free Discovery resources

Fees and funding

The Discovery CREST Award costs £3 per student. While we want all young people to participate, we recognise that costs can be a barrier for some schools. UK schools in challenging circumstances, especially those with many underrepresented pupils in STEM, can apply for funding to help run CREST.

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Hear from our community

Pupils With Discovery Passports Completed Circle (1)

Apply for a Discovery Award

Are you ready to engage your primary or secondary learners with STEM through an exciting Discovery challenge? Let the Discovery Award empower them to take the lead—building their teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills through hands-on, child-led learning.

Everything you need to run the challenge is ready to go—just choose your moment and dive in! Once your learners complete their challenge, celebrate their success with official Discovery certificates. Pre-order now or apply after your challenge day!

Pupils With Discovery Certificates

Other CREST Awards for Secondary levels

Why not try the different CREST Award levels with your pupils or students? Consider their age, ability and the time they have available to do the Award. Remember, the age descriptions for the Award levels are suggestions; all Awards are open to all ages.
Discovery Day Help

We are here to help

Find answers to your questions quickly and easily with our Help Centre Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). Whether you're just getting started with CREST Awards or looking for specific details on projects, resources, or submission guidelines, our comprehensive FAQs has you covered.

BSW Lifegate Assist