(Plymouth) Subject Knowledge for Physics Teaching: Energy SK104 / PL25-26
Summary
The blended learning course, delivered by The Ogden Trust, supports non-specialist teachers of physics to develop their subject knowledge and pedagogical approaches for teaching Energy at Key Stages 3 and 4.
Learning takes place over an 8-week period and includes the following:
- Full day face-to-face session.
- Two online webinars.
- Supported online study, including activities and quizzes.
- Face-to-face half day.
Topics covered are: the energy stores and pathways, gravitational and kinetic energy, power and efficiency, energy resources, fuels and energy usage. Face to face days include required practicals.
Eligibility: This course is only available for qualified teachers in England who do NOT have a physics ITT qualification. This course is for biology, chemistry, science or any other teachers teaching physics at KS3 and/or KS4 outside of their specialist field.Trainee teachers and technicians are NOT eligible to access this course.
Who is the course leader?
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Thomas Guy-Fierens
I am a physics teacher and coach based in Plymouth and I currently deliver Subject Knowledge for Physics Teaching (SKPT) courses for The Ogden...
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Outcomes
The SKPT blended learning CPD will:
- develop teaching skills and confidence.
- consider mathematical problem solving, conceptual challenges, practical work and pedagogical reflections.
- delivered in a supportive learning network.
On completion of the course teachers can complete a Subject Knowledge Award accredited by the Institute of Physics.
Email skpt@ogdentrust.com for further information or if you have any questions.
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| 1 Subject Knowledge for Physics Teaching: Energy | 16 January 2026 | 09:30-15:30 | Devonport High School for Boys |
| 4 Subject Knowledge for Physics Teaching: Energy | 13 March 2026 | 09:30-12:30 | Devonport High School for Boys |
Actions
Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity feeFree | Subsidy available*£200.00 |
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| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£800.00 +VAT | |
* Your school or college will receive the subsidy on successful completion of the CPD and impact toolkit. Find out more. |
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Alternative dates
Bishop Challoner Catholic College, Institute Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7EG
Oldham Sixth Form College, Union Street West, Oldham OL8 1XU
The Elton High School, Walshaw Road, Bury BL8 1RN
Thornden School, Winchester Road, Chandler's Ford, Eastleigh SO53 2DW
Rugby High School, Longrood Road, Rugby CV22 7RE
The Nottingham Emmanuel School, Gresham Park Road, West Bridgford NG2 7YF
Dover Grammar School for Girls, Frith Road, Dover CT16 2PZ
Canons High School, Shaldon Road, Edgware HA8 6AN
Great Baddow High School, Duffield Road, Beehive Lane, Chelmsford CM2 9RZ
The Charter School East Dulwich, Jarvis Road, London SE22 8RB
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