Students from All Saints Academy Plymouth (ASAP) recently took part in STEMFest 2025 at the National Marine Aquarium, a fantastic opportunity made possible through the generous support of the Ocean Conservation Trust and their partners at SDS Solutions.

This year’s theme, “Ocean Friendly Homes,” encouraged students to explore how everyday choices at home can help protect our oceans and support a more sustainable planet. During the event, they enjoyed a welcome show, a guided tour of the aquarium, and hands-on workshops in the Learning Centre. 

The group also took part in a home sustainability project and a citywide innovation challenge, where the winning design will be developed into a real product and shared with 1,000 students across Plymouth.

At ASAP, which is part of the Ted Wragg Trust, the science curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity, critical thinking and a lifelong love of learning. Science lessons are enriched with practical investigations and mathematical applications, encouraging enquiry and problem-solving. The aim is to equip every student with the skills, confidence and understanding needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world, while encouraging an appreciation of how science shapes our lives and our future.

Lacey Tombs, Acting Head Teacher at All Saints Academy said: “STEMFest was an incredible opportunity for our students to see science in action and understand how their learning connects to real-world issues like climate change and ocean health. We’re so proud of the creativity, teamwork and curiosity they showed throughout the event.”

Moira Marder, CEO of the Ted Wragg Trust said: “We believe in empowering young people to make a difference in their communities and beyond. All Saints Academy’s participation in STEMFest 2025 perfectly reflects our commitment to giving students the knowledge and confidence to be curious, tackle challenges and lead change for a more sustainable future.”