Solihull Primary science curriculum development programme RC198 / B65
Summary
Please note that participants from Solihull primary schools booking on before 30th April 2022 are entitled to a £150 Teacher Release Payment which will be reimbursed to their school after the course has been completed. Please email slp@bishopchalloner.bham.sch.uk to add this to your booking once booked.
Session 1
This first online session will explore curriculum mapping, including the importance of progression and sequencing across topics and year groups. Free resources will be shared and signposted and there will be a short practical during the session.
Please bring: your curriculum overview (if you have one) and either a piece of foil or a pot of playdough.
Session 2
This afternoon session will be in person and will give delegates the opportunity to work together. Time will be taken to explore practical resources and reflect on curriculum development, planning and assessment strategies.
Please bring: your action plan (if you have one).
Session 3
This online session will reflect on learning and provide an opportunity to discuss impact and next steps for the coming year.
Each session will include a short gap task.
Who is it for?
Primary science leads
What topics are covered?
- Curriculum mapping
- Progression and sequencing
- Curriculum development
- Practical resources
- Assessment strategies
How long is this course?
Two online sessions of 1.5 hours each
One in person session of 3 hours on 30th June at Sans Souci in Solihull
Gap tasks and support from the facilitator between sessions using our STEM Community group
Who is the course leader?
Outcomes
- To understand how to map the curriculum in primary science
- To understand the importance of progression and sequencing
- To develop the primary science curriculum in your school context
- To plan assessment strategies
- To consider next steps for next academic year
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Session 1 | 23 May 2022 | 16:00-17:30 | Online course |
| Follow Up Task 1 | 24 May 2022 | 08:00-09:00 | Online course |
| Face-to-Face Session at Sans Souci, Solihull | 30 June 2022 | 13:00-16:00 | |
| Follow Up Task 2 | 01 July 2022 | 08:00-09:00 | Online course |
| Online Session 2 | 07 July 2022 | 16:00-17:30 | Online course |
| Follow Up Task 3 | 08 July 2022 | 08:00-09:00 | Online course |
Actions
Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£200.00 +VAT |
|---|---|
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£350.00 +VAT |
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