Welcome to the Primary Science Teaching Trust

The UK’s foremost resource for primary science education support.

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Plan ahead with our 2025 professional learning events

From engaging webinars to comprehensive training programmes, our events provide practical strategies to enhance your teaching and leadership skills.

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Develop your science teaching

Whether you are just beginning a career in teaching, an experienced teacher or school leader, we’re here to help.

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Make science active and engaging

Inspire young scientists with our resources

Explore our free, practical resources designed to spark curiosity and develop scientific thinking in the classroom:

  • Whistlestop Science Weeks – Themed, ready-made science activities for each day of the week—ideal for quick, engaging investigations.
  • Science Dice – A hands-on way to reinforce science vocabulary and encourage discussion through interactive play.
  • Play Observe & Ask – Designed for younger learners, this resource encourages children to explore, observe and develop early scientific enquiry skills through play-based activities.
  • A Scientist Just Like Me – Introduce children to diverse scientists and science-related careers to inspire their own STEM journey.
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Two primary school children conducting an outdoor science investigation, using a magnifier and recording observations
Why&How? spring magazine cover featuring a yellow wagtail bird in flight over a field of yellow flowers

Why&How? Magazine

Full of ideas to help educators create dynamic and engaging learning environments

Our latest issue highlights key updates such as new science resources and a deep dive into Explorify. Discover how daily nature connections can boost children’s wellbeing, learn about a change in the law affecting classroom slime-making and explore the Thinking Doing Talking Science approach, recognised by the EEF as a ‘promising project.’ Essential reading for fostering curiosity and excellence in the classroom.

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Climate science resources

Share effective climate science education

Explore the impact of climate change with your pupils with classroom sessions, teacher CPD videos and magazine articles.

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Four young school children excitedly observing a garden bed outdoors
Wind turbines in a field

Who will you nominate?

Celebrate exceptional primary science educators

Do you know a primary teacher who’s making a remarkable impact in science education? The Primary Science Teacher Awards honour educators across the UK who inspire curiosity and foster a love for science in young learners. Join us in recognising their achievements and elevating primary science standards. Winners receive exclusive resources, professional recognition, and a £500 personal prize to continue their journey of inspiring young scientists. Nominations for the 2025/26 academic year will open in Summer 2025.

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