About Us

WELCOME TO SCIENCE OLYMPIAD UNITED KINGDOM

Our Background

The Science Olympiad was created in 1983 (Founded in 1984) by Dr. Gerard Putz and Jack Cairns to increase interest in science as an alternative to traditional science fairs. After successful tournaments were held in Michigan and Delaware, USA, the program began to attract interest from school districts all around the US.

Science Olympiad is an affiliate (rights-granted) program of Science Olympiad Inc., headquartered in Oakbrook Terrace, USA. We host tournaments annually on college campuses across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Island, and hold professional development Coaches’ Orientation workshops that showcase innovative science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).

Mission & Vision

Science Olympiad United Kingdom is a national non-profit initiative dedicated to improving the quality of primary and secondary schools’ science education, increasing male, female
(pupils/students) interest in science, creating a technologically-literate workforce and providing
recognition for outstanding achievement by both students and teachers. These goals are achieved by participating in Science Olympiad tournaments and non-competitive events, incorporating Science Olympiad into classroom curriculum and attending teacher training programs.

MISSION

Our mission is to host exciting competitive tournaments and professional development workshops that showcase innovative STEM content to students and teachers throughout UK. There is also a balance between events requiring knowledge of science concepts, process skills and science applications

VISION

Our vision is to increase pupils/students and teachers participation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)

Core Actions/Values

  • Developing hands-on, standards-aligned STEM content with industry and education partners
  • Providing volunteers and mentors a platform to share subject-matter expertise in relevant STEM
    topic areas.
  • Creating opportunities for student teamwork, problem solving and collaboration.
  • Recognizing and celebrating outstanding achievement by students and teachers by awarding
    certificates, medals, trophies and scholarships.
  • Encouraging male, female pupils/ students to enroll in STEM courses
    Building a strong STEM workforce
  • To promoting partnerships among community, businesses, industry, government and
    education.

Our Externals

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Meet the Team

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Our team is the heart of our hospitality. Each member brings a wealth of experience, passion, and commitment to ensure that your stay with us is nothing short of extraordinary.

Kevin Gray
Kevin Gray
General Hotel Manager
Leading our team to deliver unparalleled hospitality and exceptional guest experiences.
Austin Evon
Austin Evon
Guest Service Department
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Taylor Roberts
Taylor Roberts
Reservations Hotel Manager
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