Education
We are a key provider and coordinator of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education activities and support in Essex. These are for students at school and home, and are designed to both stimulate an interest in STEM and to open possible career paths.
» See upcoming CSES events for schools, children and families
Including our flagship annual TEXPO, projects and online competitions throughout the year.
Out-of-school clubs, masterclasses and projects to enhance learning with fun, practical activities.
Financial and in-kind support for your STEM Club, project or activity at school.
Interactive conferences attended by students, industry partners and the public sector.
A FREE annual CSES/ARU lecture from a high-profile speaker, open to all schools.
Careers guidance, STE(A)M activities, ideas and other material for all ages both in school and at home.
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Talk to us about dedicated support, resources, projects and competitions for your school.
On Wednesday, 23 September 2026, Roger Pittock and Ed Bye represented CSES (Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society) at the annual Braintree Careers Fair, held at the Chelmsford City Racecourse.
Supported by Braintree District Council, the event aimed to raise awareness of post-16 opportunities—including Further Education, Higher Education, Apprenticeships, and Employment—for Year 11 students. The fair brought together over 1,800 students from eight Braintree District schools (Alec Hunter Academy, Tabor Academy, Notley High School, Hedingham School, Honywood School, Ramsey Academy, Maltings Academy, Rickstones Academy).
In line with the CSES mission, Roger and Ed actively promoted various aspects of STEM, engaging students and encouraging them to explore STEM career paths through interactive, hands-on demonstrations and explanations.
Hands-on engineering at Shire Hall Open Day
CSES brought practical engineering to Shire Hall Open Day on 12 September 2026 with an interactive Egg Drop Challenge for children and families.
Around 25–30 children took part during the day, designing and testing their own egg-protection systems. The challenge encouraged participants to explore basic ideas in physics and engineering, including air resistance, parachutes, surface area, impact speed and energy absorption.
Every gamer has a story to tell and we'd love to hear yours!
As part of Playable Worlds, SPARK! is inviting gamers of all backgrounds and skill levels to submit a blog about their gaming experiences.
Gaming is so much more than high scores, leaderboards, and achievements—it's about the friendships we make, the adventures we share, the challenges we overcome, and the unforgettable moments along the way.
Whether you game online or face-to-face, love solo quests or thrive in a team, you're part of an incredible community, and we’d like your story to be heard.
We're looking for blog submissions from everyone. It doesn't matter if you've just picked up your first controller, spend your evenings exploring new worlds, compete in esports, or game professionally. Every experience brings a fresh perspective, and every voice helps make our community thrive.
Get creative for your chance to win one of five £50 vouchers!
As part of Playable Worlds, SPARK! is inviting 5 to 25 year olds to get their creative hats on and take part in their Design a Video Game Character competition, with the chance to win a £50 voucher in each age category!
Read more: Playable Worlds – Video Game Character Competition
Join SPARK! at Chelmsford Library to design a Video Game Character for a chance to win one of five £50 vouchers!
We’re excited to share that SPARK!’s new youth-led gaming fringe festival programme, Playable Worlds, part of the Chelmsford Science Festival this October, is starting soon.
Read more: Playable Worlds – Video Game Character Competition (drop-in sessions)
- Summer STEM Challenge 2026
- International Summer School 2026
- Playable Worlds: Careers Experience Day
- 2026 TEXPO results
- Game On! 2.0
- Hands-on STEM Day inspires students at Richard de Clare Community Academy
- Boswells School Science Fair 2026
- Now open: CSES TEXPO 2026
- AI and Animal Wrangling: The CSES/ARU Christmas Lectures 2025
- TEXPO 2026: Save the Date