Service Description

Autumn Science Conference - back by popular demand! You are invited to attend the 2026 Science and STEM conference. Are you ready to reimagine science teaching in your classroom? Whether you're a seasoned science lead or a new to the subject leader role, this one-day conference is your launchpad to deeper understanding, fresh ideas and developing your schools Science capital. 7th October from 8:30 - 16:00 at Rockingham PDC Science Subject Leader Briefing - this online briefing session will explore how to adapt teaching approaches to ensure that all pupils can access and engage with scientific learning. It will consider practical strategies for supporting a range of needs, including scaffolding, differentiation, and inclusive classroom practices. Participants will have opportunities to reflect on their current provision and share ideas with others. This session aims to strengthen inclusive practice and improve outcomes for pupils with SEND in primary science. 25th November from 15:45 - 17:15 online Spring - this session focuses on Ofsted’s “Strong Foundations” and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) in relation to primary science. We will explore how early scientific experiences can be effectively embedded within EYFS practice to support long-term learning. We will also consider how these approaches align with Ofsted expectations and contribute to high-quality provision. There will be opportunities to discuss practical strategies and share ideas with colleagues. One session only as part of our Early Year's Festival: 10th March from 15:45 - 17:15 at Rockingham PDC Summer - this session will focus on how structured talk can support pupils in developing scientific understanding and reasoning. It will highlight practical strategies to promote purposeful discussion, questioning, and vocabulary development in the classroom. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on current practice and share approaches with others. This session aims to strengthen teaching and learning by placing oracy at the heart of primary science. 19th May from 16:00 - 17:30 at Rockingham PDC and repeated on 16th June from 16:00 - 17:30 at Learn Sheffield. Cost: Schools and settings accessing the Core Offer to RoSIS or who have subscribed to the Learn Sheffield package have unlimited access to the subject leader networks. Non-subscribing schools and settings can choose to purchase this package separately at £2,100 per school or individually at £525 per subject.