Street Science
Our student team of Street Scientists deliver STEM-focused workshops in your school and at our on-campus events.
The Street Science programme started in 2012, primarily as science busking activities offered at public engagement events.
The programme has expanded, it now offers STEM workshops aimed at primary school children, as well as science busking at a range of events.
At the Newcastle University Engagement & Place Awards In 2023, the Street Science team were proud to be awarded the Vice Chancellor and President's Award, in recognition of their public engagement activities.
A huge success, the assembly was engaging, exciting and very informative. The assembly was delivered at an age appropriate level which meant all children were able to learn. There was a real buzz during the group work with the Street Scientist.
Science Busking
- Years: all ages
- Duration: flexible to suit your needs.
- Group size: best for small groups. We often deliver these sessions on a carousel basis for lots of students.
Our team of enthusiastic Street Scientists are specialists in science busking and can attend your school or event to perform short, interactive science demonstrations, designed to enthuse the audience about science.
Demonstrations are designed to be inspiring as well as engaging.
Story of Earth
- Years: 1-6
- Duration: 1 hour
- Group size: unlimited number of students (but we can only run once at a time due to the amount of set-up required)
This scintillating show tells the story of Earth from its very first day 4.6 billion years ago right the way through to the present day.
There is a variety of exciting experiments along the way. Demonstrations include:
- dry ice
- elephant’s toothpaste
- fire hands and more!
Thinking Like a Scientist
- Years: 5 and 6
- Duration: 1 hour
- Group size: Up to 40 students
This interactive workshop breaks down myths and stereotypes about careers in science and introduces students to the diversity of careers with STEM.
The group will predict, experiment and observe during our interactive STEM demonstrations.
Young Scientists
- Years: 3 and 4
- Duration: 1.5 hour
- Group size: up to 30
Our team of Street Scientists will lead your group of young scientists on an adventure through the world of STEM.
Visiting a variety of characters, they’ll discover the diverse range of scientific fields and take part in lots of fun activities along the way.