Aspiring intensive CPD - Professional Development Leader sessionFD002R

Hosted by Professional Development Leaders Mark Langley and Tanya Shields, this is a chance for those aspiring to be Professional Development Leaders of intensive CPD at the National STEM Learning Centre to find out more about the role. There will also be an opportunity for you to ask questions and for you to find out...

An introduction to working scientificallyRP024

Improve children’s outcomes through effective teaching of scientific enquiry.Understanding ‘working scientifically’ is vital for children to develop ideas, skills, knowledge and understanding in science. This course will support you to implement strategies for planning, resourcing and organising...

Developing pupil led investigations – embedding working scientifically in the primary classroomRP026

To develop the independence of children thinking and communicating as real scientists is essential to deepen their scientific understanding. You will be able to facilitate and create rich, effective and exciting strategies that provide opportunities that embed and extend scientific skills

Developing subject understanding in....RP127

Each session includes a focus on working scientifically, considering the key aspects which might best be focussed on with this topic. For example, when teaching about forces, the teacher may wish to focus on gathering, recording, classifying and presenting data in a variety of ways to help in answering questions as...

Developing working scientifically outside the classroomRP025

Effective strategies which embrace working scientifically outside the classroom enhance enquiry skills. You will be able to build on, and extend, children’s abilities by applying different approaches to plan and resource rich learning opportunities.

Developing your primary science curriculum using the Ofsted frameworkRP184

Let’s put the spotlight back on science.  The new Ofsted framework provides an opportunity to reinvent your primary science curriculum. Discuss key strategies to ensure that the intent, implementation and impact of your science curriculum is evident throughout school.

Effective middle leadership of STEM curriculum areasRP347

Designed to support middle leaders in their management of STEM curriculum areas, this CPD will develop your understanding of key priorities in STEM subject areas to support the improvement of teaching within your school context.Led by experienced STEM experts, you will be supported to ensure that you have the tools...

Engaging science for key stage 2RP183

Enriching science through inspirational practiceRP100

Opportunity to observe lessons and discuss teaching and learning. We'll also give you the chance to meet STEM Ambassadors with a wealth of science and industry knowledge

Help! How do I lead primary science?RP030

Whether you are new to the role of science subject leader or have been the leader for a couple of years, you will be supported to bring about change at a whole school level. You will receive guidance, advice and support to help you understand the role of the subject leader and find out about science in your school....

How to enrich your science curriculum by engaging with external STEM partnersRP716

This one day event delivered as a series of workshops which will give advice and tips on how to boost STEM engagement for your school or college. We will share our local knowledge of STEM providers we have worked with and help you plan an enriched STEM activity calendar for your school or college to engage your...

Leading primary science in a special educational needs settingRP177

Leading science in a special educational needs setting has been developed to empower practioners working in SEND settings to discover the potential of the science curriculum for students.The course will provide a framework for participants to evaluate their current provision, identify their own next steps and improve...

Practical work in primary scienceRP180

Children must be given extended opportunities to participate in practical work which is relevant, challenging and set in a range of contexts.During this course you will take part in activities that will develop your understanding and ability to recognise and plan for effective practical work across the primary years...

Teaching science mattersRP867

Annual cross phase development of Derby and Derbyshire SLP covering data harvest, primary assessments, inspiring outdoors and STEM ambassadors

Tinkering as an approach to learning across the STEM curriculumRP091

This course is an introduction to using tinkering as an approach to learning in science, computing and D&T and to build resilience in pupils at primary level