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We supply free classroom activities to help you feel confident teaching science, technology, engineering and maths.

You don't need any prior science training or expensive equipment to use these resources. Simply bring a curious mind!

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Classroom Resources

We have over 100 free classroom activities to support inquiry-based teaching of science, technology, engineering and maths.

Classroom Resources
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STEM Planning Guide

Our guide is packed with activities to support schools in teaching science, technology, engineering and maths.

STEM Planning Guide

Inquiry-based Learning

Use the Curious Minds and ESERO Framework to help you plan and teach topics from the SESE curriculum.

Learn more about Inquiry-based Learning

Inclusive Teaching

Know how to promote inclusion as part of your school's STEM teaching process.

Learn more about Inclusive Teaching

Informal STEM Learning

Curious Minds outside the classroom

Learn more about Informal STEM Learning
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STEM Video Series

Welcome to our STEM video series where your class can learn about a variety of science, technology, engineering and maths topics from STEM professionals.

STEM Video Series
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The Sustainable STEM Classroom

Sustainability is central to the SFI Curious Minds programme. Our activities can be carried out using everyday materials found in the classroom or at home.

The Sustainable STEM Classroom
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Digital Learning Resources

Digital learning is a great way to encourage creativity, collaboration and problem solving in STEM. Check out this list of resources for some ideas.

Digital Learning Resources

ESERO

We run the Curious Minds programme in conjunction with the European Space Education Resource Office (ESERO) Ireland.

ESERO