Enriching children's experiences of science beyond the curriculum increases their own personal 'portfolio' that they will carry with them through life (ASPIRES Research, 2020) and which can help them make informed choices about subject and career choices when the time comes. Conversations with family are vital to children's thinking, aspirations…

Describes studies that utilized questionnaires and interviews to explore the factors affecting the career choices of students. Reveals differences between scientists and nonscientists with regard to their preferred learning styles and relates these differences to career choice and self-perception. (DDR)

Describes major aspects of the Pupil Researcher Initiative, a curriculum development project aimed at encouraging pupils, teachers, researchers, and the wider community to work together to stimulate interest and enthusiasm for science and engineering. (JRH)