In the lead up to 76th International Astronautical Congress: IAC-2025 Sydney, The Andy Thomas Space Foundation and Makers Empire are joining forces to deliver an engaging education program for 32 NSW schools. The program is supported by the NSW Government via the NSW Department of Enterprise, Investment and Trade.
The International Astronautical Congress is the world’s biggest space congress and typically attracts more than 6000 participants from the global space community, including governments, industry, science and academia.
The NSW Space Discovery program is modelled on Andy Thomas Space Foundation’s successful Kids in Space program, and will be delivered to 32 NSW school during 2024/2025: 16 schools will take part during terms 3 & 4 2024, and a further 16 schools will take part during terms 1 & 2, 2025.
The NSW Space Discovery program is a sponsored space education program for 32 NSW schools designed to engage students in STEM learning and promote awareness of opportunities in the space industry. It offers exciting industry links and real-world learning opportunities.
We can accommodate 2-5 teachers per school (more by negotiation) for the professional development days. We can accommodate unlimited classes and students in a school to do the Kids in Space program. We can accommodate 4-6 students per class and an accompanying teacher for the showcase days.
The Kids in Space program has been designed for grades 3-8 students. If you would like to do Kids in Space with other grade levels please email us at info@makersempire.com with the subject ‘Kids in Space grade inquiry’ and we will see what we can do.
Yes, absolutely! If your school is chosen for Kids in Space, you will receive all of the benefits on top of your existing Makers Empire subscription: your Makers Empire subscription will simply be extended for another year.
Sure! We have had many smaller, regional and area schools participate in our programs before. We encourage all interested schools to apply.
Expressions of interest close 31 March 2024 for the NSW Space Discovery program.
Keen to increase your chances of being part of an upcoming program? We deliver a range of sponsored education programs for industry partners. Learn more and register your interest.
