by Dr Jo | Feb 5, 2023 | Uncategorised
The Ofsted Science Subject Report Finding the optimum was published on 2nd February. It is an evaluation of the common strengths and weaknesses of science in 50 schools inspected by Ofsted and considers the challenges that science faces. The report uses the 2021...
by Dr Jo | Dec 23, 2022 | Uncategorised
***Updated to include some reflections from the conference*** As usual, the ASE conference this year – the first time back in person for three years, hooray! – was an incredible jam-packed experience of inspiration, ideas, thinking, reflecting, meeting,...
by Dr Jo | Dec 23, 2022 | Uncategorised
Science Capital – and how to fill children’s science capital ‘backpacks’ – is often talked about in classrooms, staff rooms, at conferences and in professional development sessions. The concept of science capital is rooted in making...
by Dr Jo | May 4, 2022 | Uncategorised
A brand new book kicks off the SuperQuesters series of STEM adventures for children this week. Conceived by STEM-thusiasts Lisa Moss and Dr Thomas Bernard – a wife and husband team who founded QuestFriendz after the birth of their twin daughters when they...
by Dr Jo | Mar 8, 2022 | Uncategorised
I’ve collated loads of good stuff to bring real life science alive, make relevant and meaningful links and raise science capital with these STEM careers resources: ***STEM Careers Book News*** I’m writing a book for children about diverse STEM careers with...
by Dr Jo | Feb 8, 2022 | Uncategorised
February 11th is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. There are myriad resources to showcase the wonderful contributions of women and girls in science and STEM subjects. If you’re looking for some inspiration, take a look below: You will also...
