Partnership Grants
The Royal Society's Partnership Grants fund UK schools to collaborate with STEM professionals on student-led, investigative STEM research projects.
Funder: Royal Society
Due Dates: April 23, 2026 (Stage 1) | April 30, 2026 (Stage 2) | July 3, 2026 (Stage 1) | July 10, 2026 (Stage 2) | November 23, 2026 (Stage 1) | November 30, 2026 (Stage 2) | December 1, 2026 (Final close)
Funding Amounts: Up to £3,000 per project; typical awards are either £1,500 or £3,000 depending on budget submitted; project duration: 1–6 school terms (up to 2 years).
Summary: Funds UK schools and colleges to partner with STEM professionals on hands-on investigative STEM projects for students aged 5–18.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted in two stages via Flexi-Grant®; priority given to schools new to the scheme or with greatest need.
Description
The Royal Society's Partnership Grants scheme supports UK schools and colleges to collaborate with STEM professionals from academia or industry, enabling students aged 5–18 to participate in investigative, curriculum-linked STEM projects. The program aims to foster meaningful partnerships, inspire students, and build practical research and problem-solving skills. Projects should be new initiatives for the school, involve hands-on research, and must be delivered in partnership with an eligible STEM professional. The scheme is inclusive of all educational levels and is open to projects involving students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), with additional flexibility for these groups.
