May 21st 2021, 1pm-3pm

The 2021 B!G Showcase

The B!G Idea event we've all been waiting for is here. Join us on May 21st from 1pm-3pm for an afternoon of creative innovation with our students, guest speakers and top mentors from around the country. Book your free ticket to our virtual showcase on May 21st now!
B!G Ideas & B!G Names

B!G Ideas & B!G Names

Our students have been working hard throughout lockdown to develop innovative solutions to B!G issues. On Friday, May 21st, Emma Power from 2FM will host our students and creative mentors judging the best B!G Ideas from this year's programme. Open to students, teachers, parents and more, register for your free online ticket today!
What is The B!G Idea?

What is The B!G Idea?

Look around, we exist in a world where the biggest issues the world has ever seen are waiting for the next generation. The world has never been so technologically advanced but there is still life and world-impacting challenges that affect us daily. Innovative solutions are now needed more than ever and what drives innovation? Creativity. The B!G Idea is a 15-Week Creative Programme for Transition Year Students & Secondary School Teachers in Ireland.

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Our Programme

Our Programme

Developed by creative experts with decades of experience in the sector, our awarding TY programme can be facilitated by teachers from any background. The fully cross-curricular nature of the programme allows for all learning abilities to gain new skills, interact with industry leaders, connect learning from other subjects and gain confidence in tackling the biggest challenges in the world.

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Think B!G Packs 2024

Think B!G Packs 2024

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This year’s Think B!G packs have been ordered, packed, and whipped off to schools all over the country …

The Power Of Creative Thinking

The Power Of Creative Thinking

14 February 2024

Creative thinking encompasses a whole range of cognitive skills and attitudes. Divergent thinking, curiosity, problem solving …

2023 B!G Highlights

2023 B!G Highlights

20 December 2023

As we celebrate our highlights from 2023, we’d like to wish you a very Happy Christmas from all at The B!G Idea…

Download our 2021 Creative Programme

Understand what it takes to develop a B!G Idea. Enter your email to keep in touch and download your printable programme.