UK CanSat competition teacher workshop SY200

This workshop is aimed at teachers who have entered a team into the UK CanSat competition. The first day of the workshop will be made up of the Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection and iteration course (you may be eligible for a bursary for this course) and the Raspberry Pi Pico course   Following...

Understanding the statistical tests in T Level ScienceRX067

Are you looking to develop your students' understanding of statistical tests in T Level* Science? These short courses form a suite of CPD designed to provide you with a deeper understanding of the statistical tests required in T level Science.This suite of short professional development courses has been developed to...

Using and maintaining your overlockerTV207

This CPD is aimed both teachers and technicians, looking to maximise their use of an overlocker in the classroom and understand more about their maintenance and safe use.An overlocker is a specialist piece of textiles equipment that gives a professional quality finish to textiles products, replicating shop bought...

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...

Adding value and helping students make progress in post 16 science RP524

This course will give you the chance to gain an understanding of the drivers and barriers to student progress, and discover teaching and learning strategies to maximise progress of learners. Learn how to use analytical data to diagnose and remedy problems/issues, and develop practical strategies to ensure that all...

Developing learner’s resilience and independent learning skills in post 16 science RP523

Explore different methods to help learners manage the transition from level 2 (KS4) to level 3 (KS5), cope with the challenges of independent learning and develop the resilience to endure a full post-16 programme. Develop strategies to ensure that the culture of the classroom is right and that learners develop the...

Differentiation for learningNE702

Managing behaviour for learningNE700

Participants can start this course at any time after the advertised date. This online course will help you to be proactive about encouraging good behaviour in your classroom and in responding calmly to poor behaviour. This is a practical course. We will not delve deeply into theory of behaviour, but will...

Mathematics for post-16 scienceRP526

Focusing on the mathematical requirements for level 3 science courses. Identify the maths skills that cause issues and why learners struggle with certain concepts. Develop an understanding of common misconceptions and establish practical strategies to support the teaching of mathematical components of different...

Needs analysis: Post 16 / FERP908

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

Post-16 bespoke supportRP598

We can support you in identifying the CPD support that you need, provide CPD activity directly from our programme of courses, or work with you to tailor the content to meet your requirements and delivered locally to you.

Raising aspirations: linking employability, careers and the post 16 science curriculum RP525

This course has been designed to help you explore methods to raise awareness of STEM-related career opportunities in your teaching. Discover how to interpret labour market information to inform curriculum planning, how to accurately map the curriculum to embed good careers guidance (including the Gatsby benchmarks)...

Teaching A level biology for the first timeRP532

Are you teaching KS5 biology for the first time or have only recently started teaching the key stage 5 content? Are you considering the best approaches in delivering high quality A level biology teaching?This course will improve your confidence in the subject and help you maximise the outcomes for your students. You...

Teaching A level chemistry for the first timeRP530

Are you teaching KS5 chemistry for the first time? Perhaps you have been teaching it for a few years and are now looking for some new ideas to tackle the most common misconceptions and to get the most out of practical work? This course will improve your confidence in the subject and help you maximise the outcomes for...

Aspiring intensive CPD - Professional Development Leader sessionFD002R

Hosted by Professional Development Leaders Mark Langley and Tanya Shields, this is a chance for those aspiring to be Professional Development Leaders of intensive CPD at the National STEM Learning Centre to find out more about the role. There will also be an opportunity for you to ask questions and for you to find out...