Project History

Science Alive is a company limited by guarantee, number 5044937 and a registered charity, number 1107549
The project launched in 2000, building on successful industry, government and education partnership
Supporters include Bill Rammell M.P.; Nortel; GSK, Harlow Council; Essex County Council; EEDA

Project Structure

Board of Directors: include representatives of GSK, Harlow Education Consortium; education, business and marketing consultants
Staffing team: a mix of paid and volunteers, providing project management & delivery (outreach)

Science Alive Core Purpose

Stimulating hands-on learning and career opportunities for students, employees and families
A focal point for businesses and educational establishments to work together for mutual benefit enhancing delivery of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)

Key Goals 2009-10

To open a purpose built 800 sq.m. centre within the Harlow Gateway Leisurezone in January 2010
To develop a market of 50,000 centre visitors within 2 years

Product and Services

Hands-on workshops, master classes and special interest multi-media events
Consultancy expertise in curriculum design & delivery

Market and Project Value

6 million population within 1 hour drive; 15,000 outreach customers since 2005
Project value: estimated at £4m: centre lease + exhibit stock + annual turnover at c. £250k pa