We are Edinburgh Science
Edinburgh Science is an educational charity that inspires people of all ages and backgrounds to experience the wonder of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). Characterised by a commitment to immersive, hands-on experiences, our extensive portfolio of science themed events and activities engage and inspire people with the world around them.
Our projects are designed to build science capital – the sum total of all science-related knowledge, attitudes and experiences an individual builds up throughout their lives. It’s crucial to start building science capital early to ensure that children feel confident and empowered to pursue STEM subjects, develop scientific literacy and access career opportunities.
Edinburgh Science Festival
The 2026 Edinburgh Science Festival explored the theme Going Global, reflecting that science is more than knowledge – it’s a shared pursuit that transcends borders, uniting people, ideas, and discoveries in a global endeavour to create a future that’s fairer, healthier and sustainable for all. Keynote speakers included the UK’s first astronaut Helen Sharman, and BBC presenter and wildlife cameraman Hamza Yassin
Edinburgh Science Festival 2026 in numbers:
- 111 events at 25 venues
- Over 161,000 Festival visitors
- 78% people attended the Festival free of charge
- 907 school children visited free of charge
Generation Science
From February to June 2026, our five teams of trained Science Communicators travelled across the country, delivering hands-on STEM shows and workshops in primary schools in 25 local authorities.
Generation Science 2026 in numbers:
- 16,871 pupils in 275 schools
- 72% activities were free of charge to schools
- 40% delivered in SIMD quintile 1&2 schools
- 100% teachers agreed the activity supported their teaching
- 100% teachers agreed that pupils were engaged with the activity
Careers Hive
In October 2025, we delivered Careers Hive once again at the National Museum of Scotland – our interactive take on a careers event that provides young people a new way to think about their futures.
Careers Hive 2025 in numbers:
- 1,950 schools from 34 schools
- 91% pupils enjoyed their visit
- 80% pupils agreed they gained a better understanding of jobs available in STEM
- 59% students more interested in studying STEM subjects in school
Download the full impact report here
Support our projects
To find out more about how to support our projects contact Fiona Carr, Director of Fundraising
