Initiative for Interstellar Studies

Working towards the achievement of interstellar flight through knowledge to the stars - Starships in our lifetime

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STEM & Schools

Led by John Davies and Rob Swinney, i4is fulfils a significant outreach role, working with many schools across different age groups. We are available to help inspire students. The Interstellar Challenge Day is suitable for teams of Year 12 students and will challenge and motivate different individuals.

Student receiving certificate from Rob Swinney.
Kieran Twaites receives his certificate for passing the 'Interstellar Minimum' paper; the youngest so far to do so.

Other activities include teaching the principles behind the 'Ideal Rocket Equation' for those students that have not had the pleasure of calculus instruction. We also have more practical activities for younger children.

Members of i4is are available to attend schools and colleges to share this exciting information, encouraging students to study STEM subjects and follow a career in space or related industries. Get in touch if you would like us to visit!

outreach team
Some of the team at Charterhouse school.

Some i4is school events in 2023

  • Sycamore Elementary School, Georgia(USA)
  • Waterford Elementary, Pennsylvania
  • The Interstellar Challenge for Schools, Lincoln(UK)
  • Skateboards to Starships. Royal Institution, London

Some i4is school events in 2022

  • Lake Forest North Elementary School, California
  • Skateboards to Starships, Royal Institution, London
  • Lawton Elementary School, Michigan
  • West Iredell Middle School, North Carolina

Some i4is school events in 2021

  • Ramapo Ridge Middle School, New Jersey
  • Amsterdam International Community School, Netherlands

Some i4is school events in 2020

Some i4is visits in 2019

Some i4is visits in 2018

  • Summer School "Skateboards to Starships" at the Royal Institution
  • Academies & Schools Future Summit

Some i4is visits in 2017

  • Space Studio West London
  • Famelab at London Science Museum
  • Featherstone High School (London)
  • Tech City College (London)
  • NEAS Starfest
  • New Scientist Live
  • EngFest at IET (London)
  • City of Glasgow College

Some i4is visits in 2016

  • William Perkin School, Greenford, London
  • Reigate Grammar School, Surrey
  • Greig City Academy, Hornsey, London
  • Space Studio West London