Thinking, Doing, Talking Science
A research-based approach to primary science that supports teachers to create challenging lessons and develop children’s thinking and reasoning skills.
Projects & Research
Our projects and research bring together evidence, practice and collaboration to strengthen primary science teaching and learning. Discover approaches, initiatives and research from PSTT and across the wider primary science sector.
Priority Areas Initiative
Dedicated support for schools in areas of greatest need, combining resources, CPD and practical support to strengthen science teaching and leadership.
Wider research and sector developments
Keep up to date with research, guidance and developments from across the primary science education sector.
EEF: Improving Primary Science
Evidence-informed guidance with six practical recommendations to help teachers and school leaders strengthen primary science teaching and provision.
Nuffield: Purposeful practical work in primary science
Research exploring the role of practical work in primary science and how it can be used purposefully to support children’s learning.
Framework for a Future Primary Science Curriculum
A framework from the Primary Curriculum Advisory Group setting out a contemporary, inclusive and relevant approach to future primary science curriculum design.
Estyn: Teaching and Learning Science
A thematic report examining science teaching and learning in schools across Wales, including curriculum design, progression, assessment and leadership.
