The Australian Science Teachers Association (ASTA), with funding assistance from the Australian Government, provides grants for school-initiated National Science Week activities.

These grants are available to ALL Australian schools (preschools to senior secondary) who complete a valid application. All applications and the amounts awarded are judged by their comparative merit.

The grants are designed to support teachers and schools deliver engaging STEM events and activities that align with the National Science Week vision. They are intended to be a contribution to the running of a National Science Week activity or event in a school not the sole means of support.

• Develop a great idea for a suitable program and work out your costs
• Apply for a small grant up to $500 towards your activity
• Conduct a STEM-related activity or event during National Science Week
• Focus on the impact STEM has on our lives, our economy, our society and our world
• Involve your class to your whole school and even your neighbouring school/s and wider community
• The application process is online
• Applications open in March each year for approximately 6 weeks

• Due to the limited availability of funding, the following will not be considered:
  • costs of transport
  • teacher replacement costs
  • food / catering
  • routine science incursions and excursions (such as to museums/science centres).
  • activities planned outside of National Science Week 13-21 August.
• Funding offered might not be the same as amount requested.

To ensure that your application has the greatest chance of success, see these handy hints.

• Email: nscwk@asta.edu.au