Improving Practical Work in Science 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.