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CREST is a nationally recognised scheme from The British Science Association for student-led project work in the STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and maths). It has been running since 1986 and sees tens of thousands of young people taking part each year. 
Students work in small teams to complete the project over five hours and present their work at the end of the day. All students have a role in the project, putting communication, teamwork and project management skills into action!

The theme of the day was based around "Machines of the Future" - students had to build their knowledge of machine learning and algorithms before being tasked with designing a product that would make humans lives easier in the future. Some amazing designs were submitted, and students showed all of our RACER values during the course of the day. We had over 150 pupils across Years 7 and 8 successfully completed the Bronze award. Moving forward we will offer CREST days to more of our pupils.

For more details on what goes on in school please got our Instagram page: @HA_STEAM.

The STEM Clubs Quality Mark

Halewood Academy have worked hard over the last 18 months to provide students with a variety of experiences and opportunities within the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) framework. This has included a regular STEAM club, Science Club, Trips, Visits to industry, competitions, working with local employers and Universities such as LJMU and also in-school CREST experiences.

Having worked with All About STEM on several projects, we were encouraged to apply for a STEM Quality Mark.

The STEM Clubs Quality Mark is available to all UK schools and colleges.

There are three levels of award: bronze, silver, and gold. Each award validates the delivery of STEM subject enrichment through a progressive tiered framework. Enabling club leaders to develop and sustain their STEM Club to the highest standard that is supportive of both students and school.

We are delighted to communicate that are application was successful and have been awarded bronze for our provision. As recipients of a STEM Club Quality Mark, we will be entitled to use the award to promote and endorse our school STEAM enrichment provision. We will also receive:

• STEM Club Quality Mark authorised certificate
• STEM Club Quality Mark digital badge for the school website
• STEM Club Quality Mark digital badge for emails

We would like to thank all pupils and providers who have helped us reach this level. We have exciting plans afoot to develop what we do even further, with a view to moving up to Silver when the next assessment cycle opens.