Leading primary science - Maintaining impact SL003 / YA02
Summary
This comprehensive course is perfect for primary science subject leaders with three or more years’ experience. If you’re passionate about advancing science education, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
We'll empower you to elevate science education in your school through:
- Cutting Edge Strategies: Discover the latest best practices in teaching and learning. We’ll delve into evidence-based approaches that drive pupil engagement in and achievement in science.
- Implementation Insights: Learn practical ways to apply these strategies within your school. From classroom techniques to whole-school initiatives, we’ll equip you with actionable steps.
- Leadership Enhancement: Strengthen your leadership skills. Engage in discussions and debates with fellow subject leaders and science experts. Collaborate to shape science education in your school.
Still unsure? Try our free taster activity to get a glimpse of what awaits you in the full course. It’s a brief, self-paced introduction that you can explore at your convenience.
Who is it for?
Primary science subject leaders
What topics are covered?
- Outstanding Teaching and Learning: Uncover the fundamentals of effective science teaching.
- Standards and Expectations: Gain clarity on primary science standards and expectations.
- Assessment Practices: Develop rigorous and meaningful assessment methods for your school.
- Collaboration and Leadership: Learn effective ways to collaborate with colleagues and lead science initiatives.
How will you learn?
High impact, high quality residential CPD at our National STEM Learning Centre in York - delivered by experts - which will transform your teaching practice, and also give you the chance to meet colleagues from across the UK in person.
Fantastic on site accommodation and delicious food is included too.
How long is this course?
4 days
Who is the course leader?
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Tanya Shields
Tanya is the Primary STEM Lead at the National STEM learning centre in York. She works with both primary and secondary professionals to develop...
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Outcomes
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Develop your personal effectiveness as a primary science leader and become a confident advocate for science education within your setting.
- Define and reflect on the fundamentals of effective science teaching and how this will influence your own practice.
- Explore innovative approaches to inspire curiosity and enthusiasm for science among pupils and colleagues.
- Discover ways to motivate and collaborate with fellow educators, fostering a positive science culture within your school.
- Create an action plan to apply your learning in your school context, evaluate the impact of your strategies, and make data-informed adjustments to continually enhance science education.
These outcomes empower experienced subject leaders like you to drive positive change and elevate science education in your school.
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| 1 Leading primary science - Maintaining impact | 05 March 2025 | 11:00-19:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| 2 Leading primary science - Maintaining impact | 06 March 2025 | 09:00-16:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| 3 Leading primary science - Maintaining impact | 06 October 2025 | 11:00-19:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| 4 Leading primary science - Maintaining impact | 07 October 2025 | 09:00-16:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
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Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£1,440.00 +VAT |
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| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£1,600.00 +VAT |
Participants from outside the UK will be charged the course fee and an additional £120 per day plus VAT.
Additional information
For courses at the National STEM Learning Centre in York, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.
Alternative dates
National STEM Learning Centre, Siwards Way, York YO10 5DD
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