Budding scientists in Years 1 and 2 at Ellington Infant School in Ramsgate have earned their CREST Star Awards after completing eight exciting experiments as part of a hands-on science initiative.
Inspired by the children’s book Ada Twist, Scientist, the pupils embraced their natural curiosity to ask questions, make predictions, and investigate the world around them.
Over the past few weeks, the children explored a variety of scientific challenges—ranging from testing the strength of pegs, exploring the school forest area for bugs, experimenting to find the most suitable material to fix an umbrella, and more. Each experiment encouraged them to think critically, work collaboratively, and reflect on their findings, all key components of the CREST Awards, a nationally recognised scheme for STEM enrichment.
The project culminated in a Science Fair, where the young scientists presented their learning journey to a packed audience of families and staff. With proud smiles and confident explanations, the children shared their experiments, displayed results, and demonstrated their growing understanding of scientific thinking.
“This project has really brought science to life for our children,” said Miss Beverley, Science Lead at Ellington. “They’ve not only developed valuable STEM skills, but also grown in confidence, creativity, and communication. Seeing them so inspired and engaged has been truly wonderful.”
The CREST Award is run by the British Science Association and encourages young people to think like scientists and engineers. Achieving the award at such a young age is a fantastic accomplishment and a testament to the children’s enthusiasm, resilience, and hard work.
The event was a celebration of inquiry, imagination, and the joy of learning—echoing the spirit of Ada Twist.
