STEMPOINT is an educational charity with the aim to inspire young people about Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
OVERVIEW
SETPOINT Hertfordshire, now trading as STEMPOINT is an educational charity (Charity Number 1094254) and a company limited by guarantee based in Stevenage. Our aim is to inspire young people about Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and we do this by providing young people with exciting experiences and introducing them to people who will increase their understanding and encourage them to consider career options within STEM. Everything we achieve is in partnership with others; STEMPOINT has been working with local schools and organisations for more than 35 years.
We work with both primary and secondary schools in Hertfordshire and are the STEM Ambassador Hub for the East of England, which includes ~3000 STEM Ambassadors who volunteer their time to support teachers and students. We are also the regional co-ordinator for Nuffield Research Placements in London and the East of England, placing around two hundred Year 12 students per year with scientists, technologists and engineers in local companies and organisations.
STEMPOINT has a very successful history of providing workshops to both primary and secondary schools and long association with many of the leading STEM institutions. We also work with Local Enterprise Partnerships, the Careers & Enterprise Company to offer schools ways to meet the Gatsby Benchmarks by introducing them to inspirational role models from the world of work.
Our extensive network of industry contacts, along with our track record of activities, make us a trusted partner for schools and teachers. Our activities work in a complementary and integrated way to build on STEM awareness in schools.
Teachers: To find out more about our work and to request support, contact [email protected]
Business: To offer your support and to find out how to get involved with our work, contact [email protected]
What is Research STEM?
Research placements for year 12 students within the East of England and London. Exciting 2-week placements with fantastic organisations offered in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Social Science.
Students have a unique opportunity to carry out hands on research during the summer holidays in a working environment under the supervision of experts who can share their knowledge, skills and passion for STEM.
We will match you with a placement provider as close to your home location as possible and with your chosen subjects in mind.
There is no cost to take part and travel expenses will be reimbursed. Eligibility criteria will apply.
