Salters' Institute

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.

0 - Adults

Public Programmes

Creating meaningful interactions and experiences that promote chemistry, science and the Salters' Company’s and Institute’s history.

11 - 14 Years

Chemistry Club

Chemistry Club is an innovative, interactive educational platform which sparks and nurtures an interest in chemistry through independent learning.

14 - 16 Years

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.

18 - 25 Years

Outreach Ambassadors

Learn more about our Outreach Ambassadors Programme for undergraduates studying chemistry and related sciences across the UK.

18+ Years

Awards Programme

Our awards programme recognises and celebrates excellence in the teaching and learning of, and leadership within, chemistry and related sciences.

18+ Years

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.

Get Involved

Stay up-to-date with our upcoming events and opportunities.

Book your place at a Discovery Day

Our Festivals of Chemistry for 14-16 year olds are back this year. We are pleased to announce we are running 10 action-packed Discovery Days and we'd love to see your school there!

Wild City is Back!

Wild City is a science-based project that brings biodiversity to life for Year 5 students based in London. Enter our photography competition to start your students Wild City journey.