Computing is a National curriculum foundation subject and a vital aspect of a broad and balanced curriculum for all learners. Pathways through computing have reduced for some students, however, leading to a narrowing of their future options. GCSE computer science is at the heart of provision for KS4, but evidence...

Start date	29 May 2024
Location	Ashton-under-Lyne
Duration	1 Day
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Computing offers great opportunities to autistic young people, but effective teaching and curriculum planning can be challenging. This CPD, developed for teachers in special schools and autism units, uses evidence-based approaches and draws on the experience and knowledge of successful teachers. You’ll consider...

Start date	30 May 2024
Location	Ashton-under-Lyne
Duration	5 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Effective teaching includes the skilful use of assessment, to monitor children’s knowledge and understanding, and to overcome misconceptions. Accurate assessment informs adapted teaching, allowing teachers to build upon previous learning and supporting development of ideas and skills through the whole computing...

Start date	03 Jun 2024
Location	Ashton-under-Lyne
Duration	1 Day
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Explore physical computing using the micro: bit device; finding out how it can be used to develop understanding of programming through creative digital projects.During this CPD, you’ll learn how to get started with the micro:bit, exploring the in-built buttons, LEDs, and sensors for detecting movement, sound,...

Start date	03 Jun 2024
Location	Ashton-under-Lyne
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Secondary science teachers and non-subject specialist staff often have to teach parts of the curriculum which include sex and reproduction at KS3. Current practice often enforces the idea of a gender binary and uses very narrow human examples where gendered terms and sex terms can become confused. It also often serves...

Start date	03 Jun 2024
Location
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	From £320.00 + VAT. Fees can vary, see page for more details

Secondary science teachers and non-subject specialist staff often have to teach parts of the curriculum which include sex and reproduction at KS3. Current practice often enforces the idea of a gender binary and uses very narrow human examples where gendered terms and sex terms can become confused. It also often serves...

Start date	03 Jun 2024
Location
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	From £60.00 + VAT. Fees can vary, see page for more details

Science in EYFS is all about ‘Understanding the World’.  Discover how it provides a rich context full of awe, wonder and curiosity where children can develop valuable skills of literacy, language and communication.  Develop your understanding of how adult interactions and stimulating environments...

Start date	04 Jun 2024
Location	Warrington
Duration	5 Hours
Fees	From £200.00 + VAT. Fees can vary, see page for more details

Take your first steps towards teaching GCSE computer science and establish a foundational knowledge base of concepts, terminology and classroom practice. Find out how the components of computer systems interlink and how these can then be connected together to form a network.Learn about the different components of...

Start date	04 Jun 2024
Location	Warrington
Duration	1 Day
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £205.00

This course offers an opportunity to moderate your science evidence to provide a holistic and accurate view of science in your school.Using a sample of books from your setting you will explore the quality of work and assessments to support and end of year judgement.

Start date	04 Jun 2024
Location	Warrington
Duration	3 Hours
Fees	From £100.00 + VAT. Fees can vary, see page for more details

You will explore a range of strategies designed to improve children's ability to use scientific language. You will be able to maximise the opportunities for developing literacy skills and improving attainment in science by planning lessons in which children communicate science ideas, knowledge and understanding.

Start date	05 Jun 2024
Location	Warrington
Duration	1 Day
Fees	From £200.00 + VAT. Fees can vary, see page for more details

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,...

Start date	06 Jun 2024
Location	Warrington
Duration	1 Day
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Good subject leadership has a positive impact on the quality of science teaching in primary schools. You will explore a range of strategies to audit and lead science in your school, understand your role more fully and be able to identify and promote effective primary science.There is a 70% subsidy available from STEM...

Start date	06 Jun 2024
Location	Winsford
Duration	3 Hours
Fees	From £100.00 + VAT. Fees can vary, see page for more details

Start date	11 Jun 2024
Location	Ashton-under-Lyne
Duration	1 Day
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

It is crucial that teachers have knowledge of programming, and can write programs that solve the problems posed in GCSE CS. Building on this solid base, this CPD helps teachers to teach others how to become effective programmers. Making use of the latest evidence-based research and practice, participants will develop...

Start date	11 Jun 2024
Location	Warrington
Duration	1 Day
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00