Professional development at STEM Learning
To meet the needs of science teachers at all career stages, our CPD is designed to:
develop a secure understanding of the science concepts within the science curriculum as well as knowledge of a range of teaching, learning and assessment strategies appropriate for delivering the science curriculum
have alignment to teachers’ wider professional development frameworks, including the Early Careers Framework and National Professional Qualification in Leading Teaching
provide quality assured, easy-to-implement, teaching and learning resources
be flexibly accessed, ensuring that teachers and technicians can easily access CPD based on their context
include wraparound support before, during and after CPD, including peer-to-peer support via local networks as well utilising our STEM Community
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Primary CPD
Secondary CPD
Post-16 CPD
The Primary Science Annual Conference: Preparing for the future
Discover the building blocks to inspire scientists of the future with inspirational keynotes and engaging workshops.
Primary conference: Unlock the power of STEM in primary education
13 June 2025
Join us at the National STEM Learning Centre for our primary conference to explore the vital role of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in primary education.
National Secondary Science Conference
Invigorate your science teaching with a packed programme to support you at whatever stage of your career you are at, from early career through to subject leaders.
Early career teacher conference
Whether you’re just starting teaching or in your first 5 years of teaching, join us at the National STEM Learning Centre in York to develop your ideas and confidence to teach primary science.
STEM Digital conference: Tech and AI to tackle teacher workload
Learn how to use technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to tackle teacher workload. Find out what AI can do for you, best practice when using AI and how to maximise the tech you already use to minimise workload.
Technicians Christmas Cracker Event
This winter, we're hosting a spectacular day of festive fun, practical ideas and workshop sessions. This event will feature both science and design and technology, providing you with valuable skills and knowledge.
