Teaching primary science: chemistryNE005

Teach primary science effectively by developing your subject knowledge and confidence in key science topics: materials and their properties, states of matter and changes in materials. Through the course, we will demonstrate common misconceptions children may have and show how to identify and overcome them through...

Teaching primary science: electricity, forces, light and soundNE007

Teach primary science effectively by developing your subject knowledge and confidence in science topics. This course will examine key subject knowledge within the physics elements of the primary science curriculum, focusing on the topics of forces, electricity and light. Through the course, we will demonstrate common...

Technicians Christmas Cracker EventSL613

It’s Christmas!!!!!!This winter, you will encounter a variety of Christmas-themed sessions through both science and design & technology so invite your colleagues along to join in the Christmas fun. As always there will be a variety of scientific suppliers (hopefully in Christmas attire) you can chat to and...

Technicians network meetingSL630

Are you a science technician in a school, eager to explore the latest in science education and understand how it impacts your role? Our network meetings are tailored to challenge and support you, offering not just the “what” but also the “how” with practical examples and inspiring case studies...

Technicians supporting: chemistry 11-16SL615

Throughout these sessions you will be practising how to prepare equipment which will improve your confidence in this subject and support your teachers. There will be hints and tips on how to easily make chemistry equipment.

Technicians supporting: physics 11-16SL616

Experience a wide range of physics equipment which will enable you to support teachers and create impactful science lessons.The content has been designed to meet the physics curriculum for 11 to 16-year-old students and there will be topics which will motivate students to reach their physics qualifications. Explore a...

Using Technology in primary scienceSL907

This course introduces a range of digital tools and devices which can be used to support learning in primary science.Explore the importance of digital skills within primary science and their relevance to the subject, especially working scientifically and learn the importance of digital skills when using secondary...

Using the micro:bit to develop science and maths in the primary classroomSL912

Data-handling is an area which spans several subjects at primary. This course will enable you to support pupils in developing practical expertise to use devices to collect and log data from a variety of sources. You'll explore different ways of organising and representing data using digital tools. You'll learn about...

Writing effective CPD content (PDLP Specialist and Support Module)FD017R

This course is for teachers and other educational consultants who are accredited with CPD Quality MarkWriting CPD is challenging; writing for others to deliver effectively, even more so. This short training session looks at evidence-based approaches to CPD, and how to develop impactful content that supports best CPD...

Establishing a STEM club - from creation to careersSC101

Online, self-paced course. Participants can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date.This course will take you through the process of planning a school science, technology, engineering or maths club, from developing a proposal and setting objectives, to creating a marketing campaign, developing...

Mission to the MoonSY002

During this exciting session, participants will increase their knowledge of the Moon and learn how real missions and space research can be used to inspire their pupils and improve their STEM skills. Build ‘lunar’ mountains and work scientifically to investigate the relationship between the height of...

Mission to the Moon - remoteSY102

During this exciting session, participants will increase their knowledge of the Moon and learn how real missions and space research can be used to inspire their pupils and improve their STEM skills.Build ‘lunar’ mountains and work scientifically to investigate the relationship between the height of...

Our Solar SystemSY004

Participants will take a trip around the Solar System and a journey through time to increase their knowledge and understanding of planetary bodies and key events in the history of the Universe. Discover how the context of space can be used to deliver activities to enthuse and engage, enriching and supporting the STEM...

Our Solar System - remoteSY104

Participants will take a trip around the Solar System and a journey through time to increase their knowledge and understanding of planetary bodies and key events in the history of the Universe. Discover how the context of space can be used to deliver activities to enthuse and engage, enriching and supporting the STEM...

SpaceportSY003

The UK is planning to develop several spaceports to launch rockets carrying satellites into space. In this session, discover why the UK is uniquely situated for satellite launching and take on the role of space scientists to consider the key criteria for a rocket launching site and the suitability of several possible...