Help! How do I lead primary science?RP030

Whether you are new to the role of science subject leader or have been the leader for a couple of years, you will be supported to bring about change at a whole school level. You will receive guidance, advice and support to help you understand the role of the subject leader and find out about science in your school....

How to enrich your science curriculum by engaging with external STEM partnersRP716

This one day event delivered as a series of workshops which will give advice and tips on how to boost STEM engagement for your school or college. We will share our local knowledge of STEM providers we have worked with and help you plan an enriched STEM activity calendar for your school or college to engage your...

Leading primary science in a special educational needs settingRP177

Leading science in a special educational needs setting has been developed to empower practioners working in SEND settings to discover the potential of the science curriculum for students.The course will provide a framework for participants to evaluate their current provision, identify their own next steps and improve...

Practical work in primary scienceRP180

Children must be given extended opportunities to participate in practical work which is relevant, challenging and set in a range of contexts.During this course you will take part in activities that will develop your understanding and ability to recognise and plan for effective practical work across the primary years...

STEM ConferenceRP705

A STEM conference for primary, secondary and post-16 teachers that comprises of a keynote speech followed by a selection of different workshop sessions.

Teaching science mattersRP867

Annual cross phase development of Derby and Derbyshire SLP covering data harvest, primary assessments, inspiring outdoors and STEM ambassadors

Tinkering as an approach to learning across the STEM curriculumRP091

This course is an introduction to using tinkering as an approach to learning in science, computing and D&T and to build resilience in pupils at primary level

Using the Ofsted research review : science to move your curriculum towards excellenceRP364

Following the publication of the Ofsted Research Review: science in 2021, this course is designed to enable participants, from any phase, to review their curriculum against the key messages. The course will highlight the key findings and provide a facilitated forum for sharing ideas with peers. Participants will work...

What is engineering?RP090

This course provides an introduction to engineering at primary level. It provides participants with an understanding of what engineering is and how it may be introduced to children at primary level.

Inclusive Computing in Primary SchoolsCP005

Some children seem to naturally flourish in computing, while others need more support to reach their potential. This CPD aims to give every child an excellent computing education in primary school, opening up future study and employment routes and closing attainment gaps. You will consider how culture, gender,...

Needs analysis: PrimaryRP906

Bespoke consultancy, generally carried out on a one-to-one basis, with a focus on development needs for the school 

Teaching Computing Systems and Networks to 5- to 11-year-oldsCO042

Whether stand-alone, connected in a local network or plugged into the internet, computers are central to many everyday tasks and routines. It's important for young people to develop their knowledge of how these devices work, so that they can appreciate the impacts that computers and networks have on the world around...

Vex 123NS030

Through this course, we will introduce VEX 123 as a tool to engage with STEM and Computing Science in your classrooms. We will provide an overview of all the VEX 123 kit, how to use the different components and introduce the online infrastructures, such as STEM Labs, created by VEX to support the use of 123 in your...

ECT national conference: Teaching primary scienceNY079

Whether you’re just starting teaching or in your first 5 years of teaching, join us at the STEM Learning Centre in York to develop your ideas and confidence to teach primary science.We’re delighted to welcome a range of subject experts to run keynote sessions and workshops all aimed at providing practical...

Planning to maximise learningNE710

As a teacher who wants to promote the learning of your pupils, you'll want to make evidence-informed judgements and apply a range of approaches to respond and adapt teaching during and in between lessons.  Experts in assessment for learning, Emeritus Professor Dylan Wiliam, Dr Chris Harrison and Andrea Mapplebeck...