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We aim to explore the effectiveness of using augmented reality to engage young pupils in primary science. Our core team comprises individuals from diverse backgrounds, each offering their unique expertise to the project. From developers and senior leadership to science educators and computer specialists, we bring together a wealth of knowledge and skills. Of course, our most important contributors are the Key Stage 2 pupils who actively shape the project's direction.

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This research project is made possible through funding from an EPIC MegaGrant and collaborative efforts with key stakeholders, including EBOR Academy Trust, York St John University, GDXR Studios, Garthwest, Sonas Audio, ClickView, and the Centre for Industry Education Collaboration.

 

We are incredibly proud this project was shortlisted for a Digital Education and Development Award at the Educate North Awards 2025. 

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About

Our stakeholders

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Warren Fearn

Associate Professor in Design

Research Project Lead

Art Director / Animation

School of the Arts

York St John University

UK

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Jonathan Bardwell

Director and Head 

Immersive Development at

GDXR Learn

Newcastle

UK

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Dr Katy Bloom

Associate Professor 

School of Education, Languages,

and Psychology

York St John University

UK

 

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Jake Reeves Kemp

Computing Specialist Lead

Ebor Academy Trust​

York

UK

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Emma Davis

Science Academy Leader

Ebor Academiy Trust

York

UK

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Professor Jonathan Hook

Professor of Interactive Media
School of Arts and Creative Technologies
University of York

UK

 

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Nicky Waller

Primary Science Advisory Teacher CIEC (Centre for Industry Education

and Collaboration)

University of York

UK

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Dean Finnegan

Senior Character Rigger

Sydney

Australia

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Lindsay West

Joint Managing Director

Garthwest Packaging

Yorkshire & Humberside

UK

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John Ricketts

Music Production

(YSJ Graduate)

Audio Engineer 

Sonas Audio Services

School of the Arts

York St John University

UK

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Andrew Byrom

Lecturer

Graphic Design

School of the Arts

York St John University

UK

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Giselle Johnson

MA Graphic Design

(YSJ Graduate)

School of the Arts 

York St John University

UK

EPIC MEGAGRANT
YORK ST JOHN UNIVERSITY
EBOR ACADEMY TRUST
CENTRE FOR INDUSTRY EDUCATION COLLABORATION
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