The EPQ marketplace and conference was a vibrant and interactive space where pupils displayed their work and engaged with visitors, explaining their research questions, methods, and outcomes. The marketplace was divided into different subject areas, allowing visitors to explore the diversity of EPQ projects and appreciate the depth and breadth of the pupils’ interests and skills. Our pupils also demonstrated how to choose a research question, how to conduct a literature review, how to collect and analyse data, how to communicate findings effectively, how to deal with time management, and how to apply research skills in different contexts.
 

Our pupils and their presentations highlighted high-quality learning and how that can inspire and empower pupils to pursue their passions and make a positive difference in the school. The skills that have been learned were seen as essential for pupils to succeed in their EPQ projects for higher education and future careers. The EPQ marketplace and conference were a testament to the creativity, dedication, and excellence of our EPQ pupils. They demonstrated the value of research-based learning in fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.