About us

Our story, mission and future

Inspiring the next generation

The climate crisis, recent pandemics and world food scarcity are constant reminders that the world needs more scientists and entrepreneurs.

We are a registered charity with a mission to demystify scientific careers, diversify the faces of science and empower confident, skilled problem solvers to be our future scientists.

Based in The Learning Lab at Science Creates Old Market, we offer behind-the-scenes tours of deep tech science laboratories, curriculum linked workshops and conversations with researchers and engineers, to spark young people’s interest in science.

A group of students wear safety goggles and white lab coats as they stand at a lab bench in deep tech incubator Science Creates Old Market, preparing to do an experiment during an interactive workshop with Science Creates Outreach.

Bringing science to life

Educational outreach has been an important part of Science Creates’ story since 2017. By giving students real experiences of what it’s like to be a scientist, we show them that science is done by people just like them and equip them with the skills required to change the world.

Science Creates Outreach puts young people in the heart of working science laboratories, where entrepreneurs are improving healthcare, quality of life and the environment around us.

A male primary student wearing a baby blue jumper wears a black virtual reality headset and hand controls during an interactive workshop in Science Creates Old Markets Learning Lab.

Making an impact

2500 children have already joined us to don white lab coats and immerse themselves in hands-on learning. Our goal is to welcome an additional 3000 visitors in the coming year.

The next generation of scientific leaders will improve and protect our future – we make sure that we inspire them by offering primary and secondary learners a unique learning experience.

“I want to be a scientist now!” and “Science Creates Outreach held a fantastic, engaging and thought provoking session for our students - thank you!” highlight the importance of our work, to-date.

  • A black and white picture of Science Creates Outreach's CEO, Charlie Proctor, stood in front of shelves of beakers in The Learning Lab.

    Charlie Proctor

    Founder & CEO

    Charlie is the visionary founder and CEO of Science Creates Outreach, and she possesses extensive expertise in orchestrating daily operations and processes. Formally a primary school teacher here in inner-city Bristol, she is fuelled by a passion for providing every young person the opportunity to enjoy and learn from the world around them.

  • A black and white picture of Science Creates Outreach's Marketing Assistant, Khadijah Henry, stood in front of shelves of beakers in The Learning Lab.

    Khadijah Henry

    Marketing Assistant

    Khadijah plays a pivotal role in the Science Creates ecosystem, providing essential digital marketing support. Rooted in her role as a social media native, she draws from a wealth of creativity. Khadijah's diverse skill set encompasses the arts of copywriting, graphic design, content creation, email marketing, and front-end coding.

  • A black and white picture of Science Creates Outreach Trustee, Caroline Clark, stood in front of shelves of beakers in The Learning Lab.

    Caroline Clark

    Trustee

    Caroline, an engineer with expertise in startups, business operations, company culture, consultancy, and higher education, is the co-founder of Zebera, an innovation platform empowering young minds to solve real-world problems. Driven by a passion for people, she has fostered valuable collaborations, and impactful connections for the charity.

  • A black and white picture of Science Creates Outreach Trustee, Jeremy Tavaré, stood in front of shelves of beakers in The Learning Lab.

    Jeremy Tavaré

    Trustee

    Jeremy is the founder Dean of the Faculty of Life Sciences at the University of Bristol, holds a PhD in Biochemistry and is deeply passionate about science. Recognising the significance of inspiring the next generation, he serves as the Chair of our Board of Trustees. Jeremy brings extensive expertise in governance, finance, and company reporting.

  • A black and white picture of Science Creates Outreach Trustee, Harry Destecroix, stood in front of shelves of beakers in The Learning Lab.

    Harry Destecroix

    Trustee

    Harry is the founder of Science Creates ecosystem, and holds a PhD in Chemistry. His childhood curiosity led him to dismantle and understand things, igniting a passion to instil that love of science in the younger generation. He is an expert in deep tech, entrepreneurship, and venture capital, and is passionate about science education and innovation.

  • A black and white picture of Science Creates Outreach Trustee, Ginny Russell, stood in front of shelves of beakers in The Learning Lab.

    Ginny Russell

    Trustee

    Ginny is the Knowledge Manager for Robotics at the UK Atomic Energy Authority, and she holds a degree in Marine Biology. Passionate about science, particularly ocean and deep-sea exploration, she excels in science communication. Whether presenting live events or crafting digital content, Ginny skilfully inspires audiences of all ages.

  • Freskida Goni

    Volunteer Outreach Administrator

    Freskida volunteers to help drive the mission of Science Creates Outreach forward. She has a PhD in Chemistry, and brings a wealth of scientific knowledge, coupled with expertise in events and communications. She is committed to making a positive impact on the world and is passionate about education and inspiring the next generation of scientists.

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