Faraday Challenge Days

An annual competition of STEM activity days with a real-world challenge for pupils aged 12-13 years. We also offer printable resources and guidance to run your own Challenge, choosing a time and theme that suits your students.

Mixed team of boys and girls collaborate on their designs

Current season - challenge information

Find out more on the new options for taking part in the Faraday Challenge Days programme during the 2020-21 season as well as all the information you need to take part this season.

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Virtual Faraday Challenge

New challenge information for the 2020-21 season coming soon!

Based on a real-world problem, the Virtual Faraday Challenge brings together STEM subjects in an engaging way and encourages the development of young people’s problem solving and communication skills. It is open for anyone between 7-15, young people can do this at home, in school, individually or as a group or family.

Go to Virtual Faraday Challenge