Primary design and technology: StructuresNE256

Join this self-paced, online course any time after the start date.  This course will introduce you to the skills, knowledge and understanding of the structures element of the primary design and technology national curriculum.You will consider National Curriculum requirements, progression and a range of practical...

Primary design and technology: TextilesNE259

Join this self-paced, online course any time after the start date.  This course will introduce you to the skills, knowledge and understanding of the textiles element of the primary design and technology national curriculum.You will consider National Curriculum requirements, progression and a range of practical...

Primary design and technology: Unpacking the curriculumNE254

Join this self-paced, online course any time after the start date.  This course is ideal for leaders of primary D&T to consider how your scheme of learning enables children to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding of the different elements of the primary design and technology national curriculum.You...

Primary science annual conferenceNY075

Children question everything wanting to understand the mechanics behind the world they meet. Primary science should nurture this natural curiosity, to develop children’s understanding of the world and teach them essential enquiry skills. It should start the process of inspiring our scientists of the future as...

STEM Learning BitesSLB001

STEM Learning Bites give STEM teachers the opportunity to access experienced education professionals in a given field to help improve their practice.  Each month there will be a guest speaker who will introduce their area of educational expertise which is then followed by a discussion. Please note - In order...

Summer school for early career primary teachersNY015

Teaching science during your first years in the primary classroom is exciting and also quite daunting. This course is designed specifically for those in the first 5 years of their teaching career, to build the confidence needed to plan and deliver effective and engaging science lessons.We will provide support to help...

Summer school for early career teachers: Using multimedia and digital tools in STEMNC011

During the two days, you will explore how the use of technology can support curriculum aims. This course will support you in learning what is available and how to use it in the classroom both to create your own teaching resources and with pupils. You will discover the variety of multimedia tools available and how to...

Teaching primary biology: body processesNE009

Online, self-paced course. Participants can start this course at any time after the advertised date. We will support you throughout this course to further your understanding of the human body and look at ways of introducing the human body in your lessons. The focus is on developing your subject knowledge and...

Teaching primary biology: classificationNE010

Teaching primary biology: evolution and inheritanceNE008

Online, self-paced course. Participants can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date.Teach primary science effectively by developing your subject knowledge and confidence in science topics. This course will examine key subject knowledge within the biology elements of the primary science...

Teaching primary science outdoorsNY009

Outdoor learning is brilliant! Not only do pupils enjoy learning outdoors, research shows that taking lessons outside is more effective in terms of engagement, retention and attainment and even helps to improve attendance. The benefits are not just limited to pupils, teachers also experience new curriculum connections...

Teaching primary science: chemistryNE005

Online, self-paced course. Participants can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date. Teach primary science effectively by developing your subject knowledge and confidence in key science topics: materials and their properties, states of matter and changes in materials. Through the...

Teaching primary science: electricity, forces, light and soundNE007

Online, self-paced course. Participants can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date. Teach primary science effectively by developing your subject knowledge and confidence in science topics. This course will examine key subject knowledge within the physics elements of the primary science...

Using multimedia to record learning in primary STEMNC008

Teaching different subject areas using technology can be engaging and rewarding for children. Using multimedia technology to record learning can be an engaging alternative to writing. As well as developing learning of subject knowledge in the different STEM subjects, use of multimedia can also help support the...

Using technology to support primary scienceNC010

This course introduces a range of digital tools and devices which can be used to support learning in primary science.You will explore the importance of digital skills within primary science and their relevance to the subject, especially working scientifically. You will learn the importance of digital skills when using...