Teaching primary science - Getting started SL018 / FA01
Summary
New to Teaching Primary Science?
We will support you in developing essential knowledge and practical strategies to inspire your pupils. During this 1 day course you will cover topics included in four of our primary remote courses: How to teach primary science - developing subject knowledge, exploring the curriculum, planning for progression & assessment and understanding working scientifically.
We will begin by delving into the primary science curriculum, helping you identify key concepts and approaches that form the foundations of effective science teaching. Next, we will explore the intricacies of working scientifically, seamlessly integrating this approach into your teaching. By doing so, you will empower your pupils to develop disciplinary skills and cultivate their inquisitive minds.
Equipped with strategies to identify common misconceptions, you’ll guide pupils in understanding age-appropriate scientific ideas. Additionally, we’ll walk you through effective assessment techniques, enabling you to gauge pupil progress. This includes developing manageable methods for gathering information that informs future learning opportunities.
By the end of this course, you’ll leave with a wealth of ideas and resources to enhance your science teaching. Let’s ignite curiosity together!
Who is it for?
Teachers, Initial Teacher training, Early career teachers
What topics are covered?
- Exploring the Primary Science Curriculum
- Working Scientifically
- Developing Subject Knowledge
- Planning for Progression
- Assessment
How will you learn?
Immersive 1 day face to face CPD
How long is this course?
1 day
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:
- Describe the requirements of the primary science curriculum
- Identify opportunities to develop substantive and disciplinary knowledge
- Plan meaningful learning opportunities that will develop working scientifically skills and knowledge
- Identify age-appropriate scientific concepts within the primary science curriculum
- Describe a range of techniques to assess pupil progress in primary science
- Identify a range of resources to support with the planning, teaching and assessing of science in your classroom "
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| 1 Teaching primary science - Getting started | 18 June 2025 | 09:30-16:30 | Centre for STEM Education |
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Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£280.00 +VAT |
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| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£320.00 +VAT |
Participants from outside the UK will be charged the course fee and an additional £120 per day plus VAT.
Additional information
Would you like this course delivered at your school? Contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to find out more.
Alternative dates
We the Curious, 1 Millennium Square,, Anchor Road, Bristol BS1 5DB
Beamont Collegiate Academy, Long Lane, Warrington WA2 8PX
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