Resources for 5-11
Designed to enrich teaching and bring the subject to life as well as encourage children to think about the importance of STEM subjects to our everyday lives.
IOM3 is committed to supporting, enthusing and inspiring the next generation of scientists, technologists and engineers.
Our activities are designed to give teachers, parents and learners access to resources that can be used to bring materials, minerals and mining engineering to life. In particular, our resources are related to the school and college science, design and technology, and engineering curricula and can be used enhance and enrich teaching from age 5 upwards.
We are delighted to announce that registration for the 2026 Polymer Study Tours is now open.
These free, two-day CPD courses for secondary D&T teachers are hosted by companies from across the UK and have been designed to improve subject knowledge, introduce tried and tested practical activities and provide an insight in to the polymer industry.
The courses include all refreshments, overnight accommodation and dinner, and all teachers can claim a contribution of up to £250 towards travel or cover costs.
We are delighted to be working with Cornish Lithium on the first Mining Masterclass, a FREE, two-day, residential course for 11-19 teachers.
The course will improve your subject knowledge, provide ideas for practical teaching, highlight career pathways and give an insight into the industry.
A number of resources were produced for our recent conference for teachers, Materials, Minerals & Mining for the Energy Transition.
IOM3 members and subscribers to our School Affiliate Service, can now access a set of seven posters and accompanying notes for teachers.
2026 Starpack Schools competition is live!
Starpack Schools is a competition for learners aged 11 to17 that has been designed to link to and support the Design & Technology curriculum, encourage young people to consider the important role played by packaging and materials, and promote careers in the packaging industry as exciting, challenging and rewarding.
Find out more and register to take part by following the link below.
Activities for 11-19
Our activities for 11-19 learners have been developed to engage, educate, and encourage the next generation of STEM professionals.
Support for 11-19 teachers
Enhancing your subject knowledge in order to promote more confident teaching, and encourage learners to develop a passion for STEM
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Are you a teacher of STEM in the 5-19 age group?
Register with us as a School Affiliate and get free access to online and downloadable resources to help support the curriculum.
Can you help to inspire the next generation of STEM professionals?
Volunteering with young people can be incredibly rewarding and there are many opportunities for you to support schools in informing, inflencing and inspiring the materials cycle workforce of the future.
What is Materials Science & Engineering?
What is Minerals & Mining Engineering?
Discover Materials
An inter-University initiative sharing Materials Science and Engineering with young people.
Minerals Matter
Employer-led initiative to promote careers in the mineral products sector and highlight their importance
Work with Wood
Find out more about this amazingly versatile material and explore demonstrations of its properties.
Energy Geoscience Career Pathways
Find out more about career possibilities and pathways into energy geoscience
