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Funded STEM Workshops

Fully funded STEM workshops delivered to schools at no cost, through our partnerships with the RAF and the Defence Nuclear Enterprise (DNE).

Hyett Education delivers 300+ fully funded STEM workshops per year to UK schools at no cost. Workshops are funded through the RAF Youth & STEM Programme, targeting disadvantaged backgrounds and under-represented groups including girls in STEM, and the Defence Nuclear Enterprise EKO Programme for communities near defence nuclear sites. Funded workshops are identical in quality to standard workshops, delivered by DBS-checked instructors with all equipment provided.

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.

Students taking part in a funded RAF STEM workshop
Hands-on robotics activity during a funded STEM workshop

A Hyett Education funded AI workshop delivered at RAF Lincoln, July 2025

Our Programmes

How Workshops Are Funded

Two programmes provide fully funded STEM workshops for schools.

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RAF Youth & STEM

Hyett Education has been a RAF STEM Education Partner since 2019. Through this partnership, we deliver 75+ 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.

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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 fully funded STEM workshops to schools in these communities. The workshops are part of the DNE’s commitment to community engagement and STEM education.

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.

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