Primary STEM CPD, delivered in Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire, Leicester, Leicestershire & Northants: Courses for teachers in Science, Maths, Geology and Earth Sciences and Design & Technology.
The following packages provide opportunities to network and learn with colleagues in the same role in other schools. The sessions are aimed at subject leaders and other key school staff. Each session is professionally facilitated by STEM consultants.
“Subject-specific CPD is important for all science teachers and teaching assistants. But it is especially important for non-specialist primary teachers. This is because estimates suggest that just 5% of primary school teachers hold specialised science degrees and teaching qualifications in science. This means that some do not feel confident in teaching science.”
Ofsted subject review for science, published 29th April 2021
"Thank you so much for the CPD session yesterday morning, it was excellent. It was my first time at the cluster meetings but certainly won't be my last! I'll be telling all our cluster leads all about it! We would also love to have you come in and deliver some CPD to us, if this would be possible!"
Year 5 teacher, Derbyshire Primary School
"Thank you again for facilitating the meeting this afternoon. Just like last time, I found it hugely beneficial. The wealth of information and resources you shared was fantastic!"
Year 6 teacher, Derbyshire Primary School
BOOKINGS
Online bookings close 24 hours before the course start date. Last minute bookings can be made by email and not the website.
For any queries regarding a course please contact Anna Cummings on STEM@dtsa.org.uk.
FEES
Fees shown are for maintained (state-funded) schools.
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ITT at Alfreton Nursery
RK198 A163
For ITT trainees at Alfreton Nursery only. All other bookings will be cancelled.
Date: 6 December 2023
Venue: Alfreton Nursery School, Grange Street, Alfreton DE55 7JA
Time: 9am – 4pm
Cost: Free
EP2414 KS2 Transition Workgroup
RK198 A306
For Redhill Trust schools only. Other schools from the Nottingham and Derby area can apply to be part of this group by emailing STEM@DTSA.org.uk.
Aims and Objectives of the workgroup
- Develop a small scheme of work that explores scientific concepts at KS2 level, aligning with the national curriculum and incorporating hands-on, engaging activities.
- Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing between secondary school science teachers and primary school teachers leading science in the curriculum, promoting cross-phase transition and continuity in science education.
- Enhance the pedagogical skills and confidence of participants in delivering effective science lessons to KS2 students, incorporating inquiry-based approaches, practical experiments, and demonstrations.
- Create a framework that allows KS2 students to experience science lessons at a secondary school setting, reinforcing their understanding of scientific concepts and promoting interest in science.
- Evaluate the impact of the scheme of work on students’ understanding and interest in science, using formative and summative assessment methods, and establish a sustainable network of science educators across the East Midlands region for ongoing collaboration and professional development.
Identifying participants
We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated secondary school science teachers and primary school teachers who lead on science in the curriculum to participate in our workgroup. We are particularly interested in individuals who are passionate about enhancing science education at the KS2 level and promoting cross-phase transition. We encourage teachers with varying levels of experience and expertise to join, as the workgroup aims to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among participants. We value creativity, innovation, and a commitment to delivering effective and engaging science lessons. By participating in this workgroup, teachers will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of a small scheme of work that explores scientific concepts, aligns with the national curriculum, and benefits both students and educators.
Session 1 Online Introduction and Planning
Explain the objectives and expectations of the workgroup, establish a collaborative atmosphere, initiate planning.
Session 2 Concept Selection and Sequencing
Collaboratively select and sequence the scientific concepts to be covered in the scheme of work.
Session 3 Lesson Planning and Resource Gathering
Collaboratively develop detailed lesson plans and gather necessary resources for the scheme of work.
Session 4 Hands-on Activities and Experiments
Explore and plan hands-on activities and experiments to enhance students’ engagement and understanding.
Session 5 Assessment and Differentiation Strategies
Discuss assessment strategies and differentiation techniques to cater to the diverse needs of KS2 students.
Session 6 Evaluation, Reflection, and Finalisation
Evaluate the effectiveness of the scheme of work, reflect on the workgroup experience, and finalise the scheme.
Dates:
- 15 December 2023, 2.15pm – 3pm – ONLINE
- 25 January 2024, 1.30pm-3pm
- 27 February 2024, 9am-1pm
- 22 March 2024, 1pm-3pm
- 24 April 2024, 9am -11am
- 12 July 2024, 1pm-3pm
Venue: Colonel Frank Seely Academy, Flatts Lane, Calverton, Nottingham NG14 6JZ
Cost: Free
Primary Science Network
RK121 B22
This is a local network meeting facilitated by local teachers to share good practice.
Schools from the Derby, Nottingham, Leicester and Northants area can claim a £50 funded release payment upon completion. Please email Finance@DTSA.org.uk to claim before the course start date.
Date: 7 February 2024
Venue: Thomas Estley Community College, Station Road, Broughton Astley, Leicester LE9 6PT
Time: 1pm – 4pm
Cost: £75
Primary Science Subject Leaders’ Network
RK121 A47
This is a local network meeting facilitated by local teachers to share good practice.
Date: 13 February 2024
Venue: Brookfield Primary School, Derby DE3 9SA
Time: 9am – 12pm
Cost: £75
Primary Science Subject Leaders’ Network
RK121 A48
This is a local network meeting facilitated by local teachers to share good practice.
Date: 14 February 2024
Venue: Heath Primary School,Heath, Chesterfield
Time: 9am – 12pm
Cost: £75
Clarborough School Only: Working Scientifically and Scientific Methods of Enquiry
RK198 A325
For the Clarborough School only. All other bookings will be cancelled.
Date: 14 February 2024
Venue: Clarborough Primary School, Hillview Crescent, Clarborough, Retford DN22 9JZ
Time: 3.45pm – 6pm
Cost: Free
EP2313 Trust-Wide Science Day
RK198 A129
For Flying High Trust only. All other bookings will be cancelled.
Date: 26 February 2024
Venue: Flying High Partnership (HQ), Beeston, Nottingham NG9 6RY
Time: 9am – 4pm
Cost: Free
EP2413 L.E.A.D. Bespoke Deep Dive
RK198 A193
Only for schools from the L.E.A.D enthuse partnership. All other bookings will be cancelled.
Date: 29 February 2024
Venue: Jubilee L.E.A.D. Academy, Bilborough, Nottingham NG8 3AF
Time: 9.30am – 3.30pm
Cost: Free
EP2610 Teaching Materials in Reception and KS1
RK198 B106
Lots of practical ideas about how Materials can be taught through stories.
For maintained schools in Derby, Nottingham, Northampton and Leicester only. All other bookings will be cancelled.
Date: 7 March 2024
Venue: Sandfield Close Primary School, Sandfield Close, Leicester LE4 7RE
Time: 3.30pm – 5.30pm
Cost: Free
Primary Geography Conference with L.E.A.D. Academy Trust and the Geographical Association
RK198 A248
Intended impact of the programme
- To better understand substantive and disciplinary knowledge within the context of the national curriculum and the ‘real world’
- To enable improved planning and implementation of a well-sequenced and coherent curriculum that will have maximum impact on pupils’ geographical learning
- To recognise and mitigate some common misconceptions around the subject
- To explore and develop a range of practical ideas for teaching high-quality geography, including field work opportunities
Date: 11 March 2024
Venue: L.E.A.D Teaching School Hub, Lincoln LN6 3QR
Time: 9am – 4pm
Cost: £99
EP2435 Outdoor Learning Face to Face
RK198 B100
Only for ITT trainees from DTSA School Direct – All other bookings will be cancelled.
Date: 25 March 2024
Venue: St Mary’s Church of England Primary School, Brampton Road, Melton Mowbray LE13 0NA
Time: 9am – 4pm
Cost: Free
Jane Banham DTSA School Direct
RK198 A165
Only for ITT trainees from DTSA School Direct – All other bookings will be cancelled.
Date: 26 March 2024
Venue: Brookfield Primary School, The Hub, 50 Brierfield way, Derby DE3 9SA
Time: 9am – 4pm
Cost: Free
EP2610 Teaching Plants in Reception and KS1
RK198 B107
Join in with our practical session looking at Plants and their habitats.
For maintained schools in Derby, Nottingham, Northampton and Leicester only. All other bookings will be cancelled.
Date: 11 April 2024
Venue: Sandfield Close Primary School, Sandfield Close, Leicester LE4 7RE
Time: 3.30pm – 5.30pm
Cost: Free
EP2610 Thinking Doing Talking Science
RK198 B108
Come along and find out about the successful EEF Project Thinking Doing Talking Science that uses practical investigations to help children think and talk.
For maintained schools in Derby, Nottingham, Northampton and Leicester only. All other bookings will be cancelled.
Date: 2 May 2024
Venue: Sandfield Close Primary School, Sandfield Close, Leicester LE4 7RE
Time: 3.30pm – 5.30pm
Cost: Free
Primary Science Network
RK121 B23
This is a local network meeting facilitated by local teachers to share good practice.
Schools from the Derby, Nottingham, Leicester and Northants area can claim a £50 funded release payment upon completion. Please email Finance@DTSA.org.uk to claim before the course start date.
Date: 16 May 2024
Venue: Thomas Estley Community College, Station Road, Broughton Astley, Leicester LE9 6PT
Time: 1pm – 4pm
Cost: £75
Primary Science Subject Leaders’ Network
RK121 A49
With the recent Ofsted Science report and all that it highlights as areas of strength but also areas for development, the Summer Science Subject Leader Network meetings will have a focus on trying to support leaders to develop the skills required in the disciplinary area of the science curriculum. Using this quote from the Ofsted document as a starting point;
‘Leaders’ plans to develop pupils’ disciplinary knowledge were usually much less developed than their plans to develop pupils’ substantive knowledge. In general, not enough consideration was given to identifying the disciplinary knowledge, including concepts, that are needed to work scientifically. This limited how effectively leaders could plan a curriculum for pupils to get better at working scientifically over time.’
We will consider and use a variety of resources to develop this area of the curriculum for our schools.
Date: 11 June 2024
Venue: Brookfield Primary School, Derby DE3 9SA
Time: 9am – 12pm
Cost: £75
Primary Science Subject Leaders’ Network
RK121 A50
With the recent Ofsted Science report and all that it highlights as areas of strength but also areas for development, the Summer Science Subject Leader Network meetings will have a focus on trying to support leaders to develop the skills required in the disciplinary area of the science curriculum. Using this quote from the Ofsted document as a starting point;
‘Leaders’ plans to develop pupils’ disciplinary knowledge were usually much less developed than their plans to develop pupils’ substantive knowledge. In general, not enough consideration was given to identifying the disciplinary knowledge, including concepts, that are needed to work scientifically. This limited how effectively leaders could plan a curriculum for pupils to get better at working scientifically over time.’
We will consider and use a variety of resources to develop this area of the curriculum for our schools.
Date: 12 June 2024
Venue: Heath Primary School,Heath, Chesterfield
Time: 9am – 12pm
Cost: £75
Primary Science Subject Leaders’ Network
RK121 A60
This is a local network meeting facilitated by local teachers to share good practice.
Schools from the Derby, Nottingham, Leicester and Northampton areas can claim a £50 funded release payment upon completion. Please email Finance@DTSA.org.uk to claim before the course start date.
Date: 23 October 2024
Venue: Heath Primary School,Heath, Chesterfield
Time: 9am – 12pm
Cost: £75
Integrating Climate Change into the Curriculum
Climate change is among the greatest threats and challenges of our time. From scientific analysis and technology to global political debate, tackling climate change requires a multi-disciplinary approach and encompasses a wide range of topics. During this course, you will learn about the science behind climate change, the strategies that are being employed to tackle the problem and explore creative ways to integrate this topic into the secondary curriculum.
If you are interested in this course, please contact STEM@dtsa.org.uk for more details.
REGISTRATION, BOOKING AND FEES
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For any other queries regarding a course please contact Anna Cummings on STEM@dtsa.org.uk.
ONLINE & PAST COURSES
Online courses are available for when you’re short on time or when you can’t get out of school so easily, and a list of past courses is available to view showing courses we are able to run again on request.
Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire and Leicester, Leicestershire & Northants Science Learning Partnerships (SLP), trading as Developing Teachers of Science Association (DTSA), cover the entire geographical area including Derby, Nottingham, Leicester & Northampton for STEM Learning UK.
Our aim is to allow all staff to support students to ensure they are the best that they can be. We are proud to have provided teachers, technicians and other educators with high impact, subject-specific professional development in science and the STEM subjects of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.