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.


About

Our stakeholders

Warren Fearn
Associate Professor in Design
Research Project Lead
Art Director / Animation
School of the Arts
York St John University
UK

Jonathan Bardwell
Director and Head
Immersive Development at
GDXR Learn
Newcastle
UK

Dr Katy Bloom
Associate Professor
School of Education, Languages,
and Psychology
York St John University
UK

Jake Reeves Kemp
Computing Specialist Lead
Ebor Academy Trust​
York
UK

Emma Davis
Science Academy Leader
Ebor Academiy Trust
York
UK

Professor Jonathan Hook
Professor of Interactive Media
School of Arts and Creative Technologies
University of York
UK

Nicky Waller
Primary Science Advisory Teacher CIEC (Centre for Industry Education
and Collaboration)
University of York
UK

Dean Finnegan
Senior Character Rigger
Sydney
Australia

Lindsay West
Joint Managing Director
Garthwest Packaging
Yorkshire & Humberside
UK

John Ricketts
Music Production
(YSJ Graduate)
Audio Engineer
Sonas Audio Services
School of the Arts
York St John University
UK

Andrew Byrom
Lecturer
Graphic Design
School of the Arts
York St John University
UK

Giselle Johnson
MA Graphic Design
(YSJ Graduate)
School of the Arts
York St John University
UK