Public Programmes
Creating meaningful interactions and experiences that promote chemistry, science and the Salters' Company’s and Institute’s history.
Making Chemistry Matter for All
The Salters’ Institute, a registered charity based in London, creates innovative programming to promote chemistry and related sciences. We engage with diverse audiences and ensure that chemistry is accessible for all.
Our Programmes
Our outreach is underpinned by four main strands: Chemistry for All, Chemistry for Scholars, Chemistry for Good and Chemistry for Community.
Chemistry Club
Chemistry Club is an innovative, interactive educational platform which sparks and nurtures an interest in chemistry through independent learning.
Festivals of Chemistry
Festivals of Chemistry encourage learners to ‘Discover Chemistry’ and explore all that chemistry offers as a subject area and as a pathway to many careers.
Outreach Ambassadors
Learn more about our Outreach Ambassadors Programme for undergraduates studying chemistry and related sciences across the UK.
Awards Programme
Our awards programme recognises and celebrates excellence in the teaching and learning of, and leadership within, chemistry and related sciences.
Our Alumni
Salters’ Alumni are based all over the world. They comprise Salters’ prize and award winners, including scholars and bursary holders from the Salters’ Charitable Foundation.
Partnership opportunities
Are you interested in collaborating with us and inspiring future chemists and scientists? We’d love to hear from you.
Find Out MoreGet Involved
Stay up-to-date with our upcoming events and opportunities.
Take part in our Chemistry for Good Challenge this summer!
Aimed at 11-14 year olds, join Stage 3 of our Festivals of Chemistry and get stuck into a nationwide challenge which explores how we can use chemistry to make the world a greener place.
Open House
Attend a guided tour led by Members of the Salters’ Company that brings our incredible story to life and uncovers our rich history and outreach work.
Learn about our Wild City Project
Discover how Year 5 students in London learnt about the importance of biodiversity in our lives and society through creating their very own green space at school.
News and Articles
Read our latest news and Salters' Stories blog.
Salters' Stories: Dr William L Wilkinson
William received a scholarship from the Salters’ Institute and graduated in Chemical Engineering in 1956. Discover his incredible journey into the chemical industry, including becoming President of the Institution of Chemical Engineers in 1980.
We are Education Resource Award Finalists!
Our online Chemistry Club has been shortlisted in the Free Education Resource category.
Celebrating our Centenary Year
In 2018, we turned 100 years old. Learn about how we have led on innovation within science education in the last century.
Connect with us
Follow us on social media to celebrate and champion excellence in chemistry and related sciences.