Get ready for an action-packed day where STEM comes to life!
Inspiring STEM is a one-day, fully interactive event where students roll up their sleeves and dive into hands-on challenges designed by real businesses from across Hampshire.
Hosted at the incredible National Oceanography Centre, this isn’t your average careers fair. It’s a vibrant, fast-paced experience where young people explore the exciting world of science, technology, engineering, and maths through live demos, creative challenges, and real-world insights.
Students (aged 11–16) work in small groups and rotate through a series of fun, skill-building STEM activities delivered by local businesses and the NOC team. From building, coding, and testing, to racing, designing, and problem-solving—it’s STEM like they’ve never seen it before.
✅ Meet key Ofsted and CDI Framework requirements
✅ Tick off meaningful employer encounters in line with EqualEx guidance
🔍 Explore a wide range of career options in local STEM industries
🛠️ Get hands-on with different skills and uncover hidden talents
💬 Connect with employers and ask real questions about real jobs
🧠 Take part in exciting quizzes and challenges—with awesome prizes up for grabs!
Whether it’s racing robots, cracking codes, or testing tech, Inspiring STEM is all about igniting passion, breaking down barriers, and helping young people see the endless possibilities in STEM careers.
This event costs £10 per student to attend. If your pupils wish to attend this exciting event please complete the online booking form.
