PSTT provides support and development opportunities for all primary science educators. We aim to strengthen primary science teaching and leadership by helping schools apply approaches that best meet their needs. Increase your confidence as a science practitioner through our support offers below.
Supporting all teachers of primary science
Whether you are just beginning a career in teaching, an experienced teacher or school leader, PSTT is here to help.
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Strengthen & develop scientific understanding
PSTT can provide bespoke support for you and your school
Our Regional Mentors offer personalised support tailored to your specific needs, including one-on-one Science Leader support, teacher training, curriculum development, planning assistance, network meetings, and INSET days.
Let us know how our primary science experts can support you by completing the form. Simply click the + icon to expand and fill in your details for a Regional Mentor to be in touch.
Need more information before getting started? Discover how a Regional Mentor can support your school, benefit your pupils, and hear about the experiences of other schools—while also getting to know your dedicated Regional Mentor. Learn more
Create an engaging learning environment
Science leadership
How are you enriching primary science at your school? Use our Subject Leader Self-evaluation Tool to help evaluate where your school is whilst mapping out an action plan to take your leadership role further.
- Explore various methods of implementing a Whole School Approach for engaging science teaching,
- Foster enthusiasm about science with staff while making the most of your Role as Subject Leader and
- Bring purposeful science learning throughout your school with different ideas to Raise the Profile of Science.
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Increase competence & confidence in science teaching
Initial Teacher Education
PSTT has developed the Primary Science Enhancement Award (PSEA) scheme for Initial Teacher Education (ITE). The PSEA scheme enables student teachers to engage in reflective practice and development in primary science beyond the statutory content of their initial teacher education phase. Find out more about the scheme, upcoming dates and how to participate if you’re a Initial Teacher Education provider.
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Strengthening primary science in schools that need it most
Priority Areas Initiative
PSTT’s Priority Areas Initiative provides dedicated support to schools that need it most, helping to enhance science teaching and leadership. Through funded resources, CPD and hands-on activities, we build long-term improvements that empower teachers and benefit pupils. By working closely with selected schools, we ensure our support is tailored, effective and sustainable. Explore the impact of our work and the difference it’s making in schools.
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Develop science for children with a diverse range of needs
SENCOs
PSTT has collaborated with Sheffield Hallam University to develop creative and responsive approaches that enable teachers to draw out and maximise individual children’s strengths. You will also find trusted resources suitable for all ages and abilities, focussing on children with SEND to make progress with primary science.
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