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This program focuses on improving practical science work in primary education through collaboration, reflection, and real-life context applications. Educators explore the purpose of their activities, allowing students to ask their own investigative questions. Feedback highlights the positive impact on lesson planning and collaborative discussions across different educational phases. The initiative encourages looking for innovative recording methods and using audit tools to identify gaps in practice. Together, educators brainstorm sustainable ways to maintain their focus on practical science work.
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Primary Focus on Getting Practical Janet Chetwood Zoe Crompton
What has been most useful? • Thinking about the purpose of practical work • Sharing ideas with colleagues • Time for reflection • Putting science into real life contexts
How has the programme influenced practical work in science? • Allowed children to pose their own question to investigate • Getting the fun out of science • Looking for different ways of recording • The audit tool helps teachers to spot gaps
Feedback from a trainer “I have found that it has made me simply take a step back and look carefully at my lessons. What is the purpose of the activity I have given the children to do? My activities now have a sharper focus on learning outcomes.” Karen Hodgetts, primary teacher and trainer
Feedback from a Headteacher “The level of discussion was good and working cross-phase was very beneficial. The level of questioning by Janet was purposeful, non-threatening, but definitely challenging colleagues to think about their practice. ” Headteacher, Sedbergh Primary School
Next steps Discuss in pairs: • How can we sustain this focus on practical work? • Be prepared to feedback your ideas.