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Free school visits to the WWT London Wetland Centre
Lots of out of classroom learning opportunities in spectacular wetland habitats, with learning sessions linked to the National Curriculum and other school syllabuses.
Centre of the Cell
A new online learning resource aimed at inspiring young people to take up science.
1001 Inventions: the Muslim Heritage in our World
The camera, flying with wings and navigation devices are among the scientific contributions made by ancient Islamic scholars
Science Learning Centre, London - ongoing
This centre, part of a new national network of regional science learning centres, funded by the Department for Education and Skills, will run courses for science staff
Institute of Physics teachers' awards - ongoing
This annual scheme, rewards excellent and inspiring primary science and secondary physics teachers nationwide.
London Science Museum events - ongoing
Exhibitions and presentations, March to May
Musiquest - Techniquest Cardiff (ongoing)
More than 30 new interactive exhibits include the Musical Mayhem science theatre show and a Mix ‘n’ Scratch workshop
Physics school grant scheme - ongoing
Grants of up to £400 are available to schools and colleges for small-scale projects or events linked to the teaching or promotion of physics
Engineering university taster courses - every July
Four day Headstart courses at universities for sixth formers studying maths, science or technology.
Goldsmiths' Company free summer courses - ongoing
The Goldsmiths’ Company arranges free residential courses linked to A-level science syllabi, which allow teachers to mix and exchange views
National Science Week - every March
Science and its importance to our lives is celebrated every March with festivals, talks, chances to conduct experiments, school trips and many other events.
Royal Horticultural Society in-service training days
The RHS is offering an extensive programme of new regional in-service training days throughout the school year in RHS gardens.
Thinktank, Birmingham - ongoing
Free trips to Thinktank are available to local schools
Astronomy Summer School - every July
The European Association for Astronomy Education holds an annual one-week summer school. The 2006 event will take place in La Palma, Spain, July 3-8.
Chance of a Lifetime: Winston Churchill Travelling Fellowships - ongoing
Every year The Winston Churchill Memorial Trust invites British citizens of any age or occupation to propose a study project related to their job or interests
Engaging Science biomedical grants programme - ongoing
The Wellcome Trust’s new biomedical science grants programme has £3 million at its disposal to support projects that promote public involvement
English Nature National Nature Reserves
Butterfly conservation open days, children’s open days, moth nights, star nights and high tide walks are among the guided walks and events being run by English Nature. 

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