Teaching primary science - Getting started (EP2541) *INVITE ONLY* SL018 / EPA01

Start date
16 Jul 25
Duration
1 Day
Location
The Portsmouth Academy, St Mary's Road, Portsmouth PO1 5PF View on Google Map

Summary

New to Teaching Primary Science?   

We will support you in developing essential knowledge and practical strategies to inspire your pupils.  During this 1 day course you will cover topics included in four of our primary remote courses: How to teach primary science - developing subject knowledge, exploring the curriculum, planning for progression & assessment and understanding working scientifically.

We will begin by delving into the primary science curriculum, helping you identify key concepts and approaches that form the foundations of effective science teaching.  Next, we will explore the intricacies of working scientifically, seamlessly integrating this approach into your teaching. By doing so, you will empower your pupils to develop disciplinary skills and cultivate their inquisitive minds.  

Equipped with strategies to identify common misconceptions, you’ll guide pupils in understanding age-appropriate scientific ideas. Additionally, we’ll walk you through effective assessment techniques, enabling you to gauge pupil progress. This includes developing manageable methods for gathering information that informs future learning opportunities.  

By the end of this course, you’ll leave with a wealth of ideas and resources to enhance your science teaching. Let’s ignite curiosity together!

Who is it for?

Teachers, Initial Teacher training,  Early career teachers

What topics are covered?

  • Exploring the Primary Science Curriculum 
  • Working Scientifically 
  • Developing Subject Knowledge 
  • Planning for Progression 
  • Assessment 

How will you learn?

Immersive 1 day face to face CPD

How long is this course?

1 day

Who is the course leader?

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to: 

  • Describe the requirements of the primary science curriculum  
  • Identify opportunities to develop substantive and disciplinary knowledge    
  • Plan meaningful learning opportunities that will develop working scientifically skills and knowledge     
  • Identify age-appropriate scientific concepts within the primary science curriculum    
  • Describe a range of techniques to assess pupil progress in primary science  
  • Identify a range of resources to support with the planning, teaching and assessing of science in your classroom

Sessions

DateTimeLocation
1 Teaching primary science - Getting started16 July 202509:00-16:00The Portsmouth Academy

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Cost

State-funded school or collegeActivity feeFree
Fee-paying school or college (independent)Activity feeFree

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