Revise Chemistry with Mr B
Jon Blackbourn, a Manchester chemistry teacher, is creating Revise Chemistry with Mr B, using YouTube and TikTok to help disadvantaged students with GCSE science. The videos feature classroom experiments and simple explanations to enhance learning, offering an accessible alternative to private tuition.
SHINE @ Woodham Academy
Woodham Academy in Newton Aycliffe is establishing a Science Academy to foster collaboration between primary and secondary schools. The initiative includes teacher training, networking, and best practice sharing to enhance science education during transitions. Year 5 and 6 workshops will explore scientific advancements, aiming to boost student attainment.
Key Stage 2 Science Curriculum and Training Hub
Sacred Heart Catholic High School in Newcastle is partnering with primary teachers to create a fully resourced, knowledge-rich Key Stage 2 science curriculum. The project aims to close knowledge gaps, upskill teachers, and smooth the transition to Key Stage 3, boosting student attainment.
Prodigy
Middlesbrough secondary school teacher Jonny Foster is developing an idea that will help students transfer knowledge and skills between maths and science and to make connections between their lessons and the real world. He is creating animated lessons that students can access online. He will build a profile of the students’ interests and their likes, and then deliver questions that are relatable to them.