"The (Engage) funding is a big draw for us, getting the certificates…getting it recognised is a big thing. Our kids thrive on that sort of thing. It’s just something out of the ordinary."

"The pupils walk out of here head high, feeling a sense of achievement after getting the CREST certificate."

"CREST Resource Library is amazing. For every project except for my Gold Award I used the CREST library to get my ideas…the ideas on there are really good and interesting!"

"It’s important that we create resources that let learners experience moments of success and to develop self-confidence and a love of learning. We also need these learners to see science as being for them and open their minds to the possibility of a possible STEM career."

"[Running CREST activity Wild Creations] enables children to learn specific curriculum skills within a broader frame of understanding, which means it is authentic and meaningful, enabling the development of real life skills that are not lost once the activity finishes."

"CREST has made it easy to engage pupils with sustainable topics thanks to the great bank of activities to choose from and the CREST grant scheme. The Awards encourage them to act like real-life scientists, allowing them to shine whilst gaining valuable critical thinking skills and taking responsibility for their own learning."