Engage support
Do you want to talk directly to another teacher about their CREST experiences?
Available to all members of the Engage Teacher Network, Engage Buddies are here to answer your questions. You can chat via email, or request a call to discuss your CREST plans.
Don't worry if you're not eligible to join the Engage Teacher Network, we can still answer your questions at crest@britishscienceassociation.org.
Meet the *Engage* Buddies
See below the 11 Engage buddies who are keen to help you bring the joy of CREST to your classroom! Choose one below and click the button to ask them a question.
Please be aware that as full-time teachers, they may not be able to reply immediately.
Carrie-Anne
Secondary teacher, Scotland
Experienced with: Discovery and Bronze Awards
“I have been a Principal Teacher of Chemistry & Physics for 5 years. I have delivered CREST over 10 years from whole school day events through to lunchtime clubs and have managed to embed it into our S1 and S2 curriculum."
Charlotte
Primary teacher, England
Experienced with: Star and SuperStar Awards
“I have been teaching for 10 years and for most of that I have been a Science lead. I have previously delivered Star and SuperStar Awards within my school setting, across the whole school. I have been an Engage Buddy for 3 years."
Emma
Primary Teacher, Wales
Experienced with: SuperStar Awards
“I have delivered many SuperStar sessions in the classroom to children ranging between 7-11 which has supported nearly 120 children to achieve their CREST Awards and have successfully applied for 2 Engage (CREST) grants."
Jodie
Secondary teacher, England
Experienced with: SuperStar, Discovery and Bronze Awards
“I teach Secondary science and have always been involved in STEM. I have primarily completed the Bronze Crest in STEM club or lessons, but also have experience with SuperStar and Discovery in School Holiday Clubs."
Lucy
Primary teacher, England
Experienced with: Star and SuperStar Awards
“I have delivered Star and SuperStar Awards alongside the curriculum, in multiple schools. This is my third year as an Engage Buddy, so I have experience at helping teachers on their CREST journey."
Mark
Secondary teacher, England
Experienced with: Bronze and Silver Awards
“I have experience running both Bronze and Silver awards with both whole year groups and small afterschool groups. I have supported other teachers through completing the projects."
Rachael
Secondary teacher, England
Experienced with: Discovery and Bronze Awards
“During after-school clubs, I lead the 'Witches and Wizardry' and 'Zombie Apocalypse,' activities for KS3 students. Additionally, I collaborate with our local SEND school delivering a plant and salad discovery project."
Rachel
Special school teacher, England
Experienced with: Star, SuperStar, Discovery and Bronze Awards
“I have experience planning and delivering Star, Superstar, Discovery and Bronze Awards to SEND pupils by differentiating to meets the needs of learners. I support teachers to use CREST awards to deliver the curriculum."
Stacey
Secondary teacher, England
Experienced with: Star, SuperStar, Discovery, Bronze and Silver Awards
“I have delivered Bronze and Silver awards in secondary school, I have also ran special events for clubs such as beavers/ rainbows to achieve their badges as well as an Award."
Stephen
Secondary teacher, Scotland
Experienced with: SuperStar, Discovery and Bronze Awards
“I have delivered and supported teachers in implementing Discovery and Bronze Awards. I have experience in promoting gender balance within technology subjects and fostering partnerships with local technology organisations."
Yvonne
Primary teacher, Scotland
Experienced with: Star and SuperStar Awards
“I have delivered Star and SuperStar Awards in my school. I have experience supporting staff to become more confident in delivering CREST activities in class and as after school activities."
The CREST team
Whether you are eligible for Engage support or not, the CREST team is always here to help you.
Please don't hesitate to reach out to us with any questions about CREST any time. You might also be able to find the answers you are looking for in our help centre.