Assessing primary science SL032 / EPA03
Summary
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to assessment. However this course will give primary subject leaders and teachers the opportunity to explore best practice in primary science assessment and a chance to investigate the resources that are available in the wider educational world.
This course is ideal if you want to familiarise yourself with the current expectations around assessment and children’s progress in science. You will explore strategies to assess working scientifically and creative approaches which promote learning as well as providing opportunities for assessment.
You may also be interested in: New to leading primary science, National primary science conference or Creative ways to assess primary science
Who is it for?
Primary science leaders and primary teachers
What topics are covered?
- Assessment strategies in primary science
- Understand formative and summative assessment approaches
- Assessing working scientifically
- Current updates and expectations in primary science assessment
- Tracking progress
How will you learn?
Immersive 3 hour face to face CPD
How long is this course?
3 hours
Who is the course leader?
Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- explore techniques for assessment for learning in primary science teaching
- describe current assessment and tracking requirements in primary science
- identify good practice in assessment
- discuss strategies to support progression in science
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Finding out what my children know in science | 08 July 2025 | 13:00-16:00 | Arnett Hills Junior Mixed and Infant School |
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Cost
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£195.00 +VAT |
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| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£195.00 +VAT |
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Alternative dates
Arnett Hills Junior Mixed and Infant School, Berry Lane, Rickmansworth WD3 4BT
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