Free STEM Workshops for Schools
Hyett Education delivers fully funded STEM workshops to eligible UK schools at no cost, through partnerships with the RAF Youth & STEM Programme and the Defence Nuclear Enterprise (DNE) EKO Programme. Same instructors, same equipment, same curriculum alignment as paid workshops.
Workshops at No Cost to Your School
Hyett Education delivers fully funded STEM workshops to schools across the UK. These workshops are completely free to schools and are funded through two established programmes. The workshops are identical in quality to our standard offer, delivered by DBS-checked specialist instructors using premium equipment, and fully aligned to the National Curriculum.
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Our Programmes
How Workshops Are Funded
Two programmes provide fully funded STEM workshops for schools.
RAF Youth & STEM
Hyett Education has been a RAF STEM Education Partner since 2019. Through this partnership, we deliver 100+ fully funded STEM workshops per year to schools across the UK.
The programme is aimed nationally at engaging children from disadvantaged backgrounds and under-represented groups, including girls, in STEM. The goal is to inspire interest in STEM subjects, leading to academic choices and careers that broaden the future talent pool for the RAF and wider defence sector. Workshops are funded through the RAF Youth & STEM education budget and are completely free to the school.
Eligibility: RAF Youth & STEM is aimed at pupils aged 9 to 14 (Years 5–9). Primary schools applying for RAF-funded workshops must be delivering to KS2 (Year 5 or 6); secondary schools must be delivering to KS3 or below. Schools with younger or older cohorts can apply for an EKO-funded workshop or a paid Hyett workshop instead.
DNE: EKO Programme
The Defence Nuclear Enterprise (DNE) runs the EKO Programme, which stands for Engagement, Knowledge & Opportunities. EKO is the DNE’s outreach programme, designed to inspire young people in communities near defence nuclear sites.
Through the EKO Programme, Hyett Education delivers 120+ fully funded STEM workshops per year to schools in these communities. The workshops are part of the DNE’s commitment to community engagement and STEM education.
Eligibility: EKO funded workshops cover KS2, KS3, and KS4. Schools must be located in communities near defence nuclear sites to qualify.
How to Apply
The Application Process
Funded workshop places are allocated through an online application process.
Step 1: Schools apply online using the application form below. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Step 2: Each funded slot typically receives around 25 applications. Schools are assessed on eligibility criteria including location, pupil premium percentage, and previous STEM engagement.
Step 3: Successful schools receive a password granting access to the booking system, where they can choose their preferred workshop date and content.
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Apply for a Funded Workshop
Complete the form below to register your school’s interest in a funded STEM workshop.
Common Questions
Funded Workshop FAQ
Questions About Funded Workshops?
If you have any questions about the funded workshop programmes or the application process, please get in touch.
Call us on 07715 579033 or use the enquiry form on our contact page.