2019 marked a big shift in Ofsted focus, but it isn’t a move ‘away from’ the core subjects. There is certainly a stronger emphasis on foundation subjects, but it’s important that high standards are maintained in the Core as well. Science has an uneasy position in all of this: it lacks the status of English and maths, and it may now be left behind in the drive to improve foundation subjects.
This three-part on-demand series guides science leaders through the new Framework, and provides them with dozens of practical ideas.
Part 1 sets out the expectations, inspection guidance, and overarching views of excellent curriculum design. It will cover:
- OFSTED’s view of curriculum quality;
- How to articulate your vision and values;
- How to make your science curriculum pupil-focused and school-centric;
- Ways to raise and maintain the profile of science, and standards within it.
Part 2 looks at how you might implement your vision for science. It will cover:
- What it means to lead science in the new Framework;
- What to expect from a ‘Deep Dive’;
- How to share and embed expectations;
- Assessment and monitoring strategies that enhance pupil outcomes;
- How to understand and embed cultural capital;
- How to establish equality of accessibility.
Part 3 looks at ways to judge the impact of your school’s science curriculum. It will cover:
- Establishing and evidencing Impact;
- Creating challenge;
- Maintaining consistency;
- Planning for the future, supporting staff, and CPD.
Audience:
This course is appropriate for primary schools.
- Heads, deputies and other senior leaders
- Science / STEM coordinators
- Governors with curriculum responsibility
