In a classroom, teacher helping a high school student with Down's syndrome to use a light microscope

A reduction in the science curriculum is welcome

2026-03-31T06:00:00+01:00By

Head of science Jo McMullen explains how the curriculum and assessment review findings could impact teachers and students in SEND settings

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Oracy is at the heart of chemistry teaching

2026-03-25T06:26:00+00:00By

The Curriculum and assessment review in England focuses on oracy, bringing its policy in line with what’s already happening in science classrooms, say teachers

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Tough choices ahead for science education after the curriculum review

2026-03-16T06:00:00+00:00By

Education policy programme manager Laura Daly says more is needed to make science pathways accessible and future‑proof

Diary of a trainee teacher

  • Starting my second term as a trainee chemistry teacher

  • My first weeks as a trainee teacher

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The place to go for ideas and strategies on supporting your well-being and maintaining good mental health

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Getting the most out of the UK Chemistry Olympiad

It’s the competition with something for every learner and teacher. Discover the benefits of participation here

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How safe are practicals in the hands of AI?

2026-03-24T06:08:00+00:00By

Help your learners become creative, critical and conscious consumers of GenAI by being aware of its limitations

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How my exam marking will improve your learners’ outcomes

2026-03-09T06:49:00+00:00By

Chemistry teacher Becky Kell distils what she’s learning about teaching moles, methods and bonding as a marker for an exam board

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How do we keep pupils coming to school?

2026-01-26T06:00:00+00:00By

Discover why absenteeism is rising in the UK and Ireland, what is being done about it and how you can best support your learners