The TeenTech Awards were established in 2012/3 and schools have found them a powerful tool, helping students to see how they might apply science and technology to real world problems. They encourage students to develop their own ideas for making life better, simpler, safer or more fun. Participating schools are provided with a suggested structure and industry contacts.

There are 15 categories including “Teacher of the Year”. All submitted projects receive feedback and a bronze, silver or gold award. Every year the best projects go forward to the TeenTech Awards Final for judging and the winners receive a cash prize.

Working in teams of three you need to decide on an award category, brainstorm ideas,  clearly identify an opportunity or a problem, suggest a solution and research the market.

And you don’t have to work on your own! You can contact companies, universities, colleges and even join up with a group of students on the other side of the world to work with you on your idea. TeenTech will also connect you with an industry mentor to help support you with your project. 

You can now register for the TeenTech Awards 2025! Click the button below to complete the Stage 1 registration form.

Working in teams of up to three, come up with your idea or demonstrate your skills through a creative or research project.

You could set up an Ideas Wall in your own school or run a ‘Dragons Den’ activity to find those great ideas. Don’t forget to send us pictures or videos of those early ideation sessions!