07. Project Assessment
Star and SuperStar activity structure/assessment criteria
Star Superstar Problem solving Students explore a clearly defined question presented through a story that relates the scenario to their everyday life Students explore a question or idea presented through a story and are supported to think about ...
How long does Silver/Gold assessment take?
Once you have paid your CREST fees and payment has been processed, Silver/Gold assessment can take between 2 and 6 weeks, depending if it is a busy time of year. Please note, if payments are sent without the project ID or invoice number as a ...
CREST Gold criteria guidance
Below are the CREST criteria with a breakdown of what's expected at Gold level with examples. The examples are designed as an illustration of how the criteria might be met but are in no way designed to be exhaustive or prescriptive. Watch our CREST ...
CREST Silver criteria guidance
Below are the CREST criteria with a breakdown of what's expected at Silver level with examples. The examples are designed as an illustration of how the criteria might be met but are in no way designed to be exhaustive or prescriptive. Watch our CREST ...
CREST Bronze criteria guidance
Below are the CREST criteria with a breakdown of what's expected at Bronze level with examples. The examples are designed as an illustration of how the criteria might be met but are in no way designed to be exhaustive or prescriptive. Criteria ...
CREST Award levels overview
Star CREST Star activities should support students to solve real-life science, technology, engineering and maths challenges through practical investigations and discussion. Star activities should relate to situations we expect children to have ...
Can I submit multiple Silver/Gold projects in one submission?
No, you should not do this. If you do do this you will be asked to resubmit and you will have to pay the £5 resubmission fee. Having multiple projects in one submission does not work, because submissions are assessed collectively, and if one project ...
CREST Appeals Process
We want everyone to have a fair and positive experience of CREST. Below is the appeals process for the review and correction of mistakes or inequalities that may have been made. Process for appeal: Check the grounds for appeal, below. Email ...
Criteria for Bronze, Silver and Gold CREST Awards
Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards must meet the criteria below appropriate to their level to achieve their award. Bronze projects should have around ten hours of work spent on them, Silver - thirty hours, and Gold - seventy hours. View our guidance on ...
When will I find out if I've achieved my Silver/Gold CREST Award?
We aim to have all projects assessed within 2 weeks of payment, however during periods of high activity this can take up to 6 weeks. Please note that the submission date is often earlier than the payment date. If you pay by cheque or pay an invoice ...
I think my project is somewhere between Silver and Gold, should I submit for both levels?
Do not submit your project twice. You will need to pay for assessment for both and it is unlikely we will be able to provide a refund unless the project has not yet been assessed. Our assessors are aware of the requirements for each level. When ...
How do I assess a Discovery project?
CREST Discovery requires students to demonstrate skills including problem-solving, independent learning, organisation, teamwork, and communication. To achieve a Discovery Award, you should confirm on your CREST account that each student has: ...
How are Gold projects assessed?
CREST Gold allows students to conduct real research. These are longer-term projects that require around 70 hours’ work, and are typically completed by 16-to-19-year-olds. By working towards a CREST Gold Award, students will develop and deliver ...
How are Silver projects assessed?
CREST Silver stretches students and enriches their studies. Typically completed by students aged 14+, projects require around thirty hours of work and lead to a body of work. This work could be a written report, video diaries or something else ...
How do I assess a Bronze project?
CREST Bronze requires students to demonstrate skills including problem-solving, independent learning, organisation, teamwork, and communication. To achieve a Bronze Award, each student should record the work done on their project either in a CREST ...