Leading and developing excellence in upper KS2 primary science NY057 / B23
Summary
If you teach year 5 or 6, this course will give you the know-how to plan a successful curriculum, help you feel more confident in your science knowledge, and teach you how to get those outstanding results, whilst meeting the needs of each pupil and your school.
You will spend two days exploring ways of bringing the upper KS2 curriculum to life through practical lessons and have the opportunity to bring your own ideas to try out and discuss in a safe, supportive environment away from the daily routine of school life.
This course may support you with Science Leadership Benchmark 2 - High quality science curriculum and also with Science Benchmark 4 - Purposeful practical science
Who is it for?
What topics are covered?
This two day course covers:
- effective planning and practice in upper KS2 science
- progression in upper KS2 science
- subject knowledge and misconceptions in biology, chemistry and physics
- ensuring coverage of the upper KS2 science curriculum
- assessment of upper KS2 science
How will you learn?
How long is this course?
Who is the course leader?
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Sarah Dagnell
I am a Professional Development Leader for Primary STEM at The National STEM Learning Centre, York. Previously, I was a primary school teacher...
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Outcomes
- develop an understanding of effective practice in upper KS2 science
- understand what is fundamental to effective practice in upper KS2 science
- understand and plan for progression in primary science and where upper KS2 fits
- use a range of strategies and principles to better plan science lessons
- understand links to other areas of the curriculum and how they can enhance science learning
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| Leading and developing excellence in upper KS2 primary science day 2 | 13 June 2024 | 11:00-19:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| Leading and developing excellence in upper KS2 primary science day 1 | 14 June 2024 | 09:00-16:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
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Additional information
If the course you would like to attend is fully booked, please contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to express your interest in being added to a waiting list. We will contact you when the course is due to run again.
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