CREST Awards — Star Award
An international introductory STEM award where young children complete a series of hands-on science and problem-solving activities. Typically aimed at ages 3–7 and available through schools, organisations or at home. Rated Beginner Level, with difficulty mainly coming from completing six practical challenges and explaining simple observations.
Verified information
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Official website ↗OVERALL COMPETITION LEVEL
Beginner Level
6 evaluation dimensions have source-backed automatic scores; 0 dimensions need conflict review.
Competition overview
Key information
Eligible ages
Up to 7
School level
Early years / primary
Registration method
School Only
Competition stages
Project activity completion and teacher-facilitated award submission
Fee
Not yet announced by the organiser
Online / in-person
Hybrid
Dates
Competition timeline
Registration opens
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Registration closes
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Competition ends
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Editorial perspective
Our Take
CREST Star level for early STEM project learning.