Royal Institution Science in Schools funded visits

We are now open to applications from schools seeking a fully-funded Science in Schools day in the 2026-27 academic year. The closing date is Friday, 5 June.

Through this annual scheme, the Ri offers free visits from our professional presenters worth £800. These are only for UK schools.

Our Science in Schools days are designed to support children’s science education, meet CPD requirements for teachers, engage families, and raise funds for your school.

This scheme is generously supported by AstraZeneca, Bain Capital Europe Children's Fund, Worshipful Company of Founders, the de Laszlo Foundation, AM McGreevy No 5 Charitable Settlement, John S Cohen Foundation, G M Morrison Charitable Trust, Chalk Cliff Trust and M&G Community Foundation, among others.

 

About Royal Institution Science in Schools days

We are the largest national provider of school science shows in the UK and have a 200-year pedigree of public engagement. A bespoke Science in Schools package from the Royal Institution includes:

  • Two performances of a science show for your students, designed to support the curriculum at KS1, KS2 or KS3
  • A CPD session for teachers, using interactive demonstrations to build the skills and confidence to inspire children with practical science
  • An after school community show for a family audience, to generate support for science in the home. The community show can also be ticketed to raise funds for future activities at your school

Learn more about our Science in Schools days

Read the application guidance

Guidance for applicants 2026
Apply here

Am I eligible to apply?

To apply for a fully funded school visit, you need to be:

  • From a state-funded primary or secondary school, academy, or maintained school anywhere in the UK (shows can be adapted for ages 4–7, 7–11, or 11–14)
  • A member of school staff who is involved in teaching a STEM subject in the school, or able to provide a direct contact at the school you are applying on behalf of
  • Able to demonstrate that your students would not otherwise have access to this opportunity

Our assessment process gives priority to disadvantaged schools.

Find out more

To find out more, get in touch with us at schools@ri.ac.uk.

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