You are invited to bring 12-15 girls and children who identify as non-binary in Years 8 or 9 to the event.
About the day: Marie Curious is a free one-day science event for girls and non-binary children aged 12-14, run by the Department of Physics. The event aims to build confidence in under-represented genders with an interest in science and fuel a passion for continuing to pursue STEM subjects at a higher level. It's a busy day that begins with a quick introduction before participants have the opportunity to join three 40-minute, hands-on workshops all about science, technology, engineering or maths. The workshops are run by passionate role-models from a variety of fields. The workshops are followed by a lively Q&A session with leading scientists from all stages in their careers, ready to answer questions. The day concludes with an interactive science show.
Audience: Girls and children who identify as non-binary in Y8-9. Schools should expect to bring groups of 12-15 students who haven't previously attended the event. We would particularly encourage you to bring those girls who would most benefit from the experience of meeting successful women in science and getting hands-on with experiments.
More general information: https://www.physics.ox.ac.uk/engage/schools/secondary-schools/marie-curious
Booking: Teachers can apply for places for their school via an online form. The application deadline is 23:59 on Fri 31st Jan.
We will inform you no later than Thu 6th Feb if you have been allocated places. You will then have until the Fri 14th Feb to confirm your places.
We will be asking for all parents / guardians of pupils to complete an online registration form in advance of the event. Please let us know if you foresee any problems with this.
Priority booking for state, mixed-gender schools.