ASE 2027 Annual Conference: Full Schedule

The ASE is delighted to be hosting its’ 2027 Annual Conference at the University of Northampton from 7th to 9th January.

08:45 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Matt Endean is the Deputy Director of CLEAPSS, an advisory service supporting practical science and technology in schools in the UK. A former teacher, he specializes in health and safety, risk assessment, and laboratory design. Matt plays a pivotal role in developing guidance and... Read More →

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Founded in 1963, CLEAPSS supports safe, engaging, and innovative practical activities in science (as well as design & technology and art & design). We provide schools and college staff with expert advice, training, resources, and trusted guidance. Providing staff with access to CLEAPSS... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

08:45 GMT

From Typhoid Mary to airborne diseases: Transmission and tracking

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session explores how Micro: bit technology can be used alongside case studies and practical classroom activities to help students investigate how diseases spread. Developed during the COVID pandemic through collaborative teacher learning, the approach was designed to model both airborne and more traditional contact-based transmission. Participants will see how these activities can support...
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Speakers

Christine Royce

Professor, Shippensburg University, USA

Beverly DeVore-Wedding

Retiring President, NSTA, America

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning
Key Stage / Audience Type 14-16, Post-16, Teacher Developers, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Trainee Teachers

08:45 GMT

What do I need to do to be ready for biology curriculum 2028?

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Join the team working with the Department for Education to develop the reformed Science Programmes of Study in England and GCSEs subject content as we outline the priorities and evidence underpinning the drafting process. This session focuses on Biology at KS3 and KS4 plus transition from KS2 and KS1.Please note the other sessions in the conference programme, on KS1 and KS2, and on chemistry and...
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Speakers

Marianne Cutler

Director of Curriculum Innovation, Association for Science Education

Lauren McLeod

Head of Education Policy, Royal Society of Biology

Lauren joined the Royal Society of Biology as Head of Education Policy in July 2017. Previously she has worked on gender projects, including Opening Doors, and higher education projects as part of the education team at the Institute of Physics, and as a science teacher in North L... Read More →

Sponsors

SEPA

The Science Education Policy Alliance (SEPA) brings together the Association for Science Education, Institute of Physics, Royal Society, Royal Society of Biology and Royal Society of Chemistry to coordinate and collaborate on science education policy, with Professor Dame Athene Donald... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Curriculum Change in England, Leadership
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16
Social media handle(s) @theASE

08:45 GMT

Why did they leave? Exploring the reasons physics teachers left teaching

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

There continues to be a physics teacher recruit and retention crisis across the nations of the UK. There is little point in governments investing heavily in teacher recruitment if qualified teachers then leave the profession in large numbers. With this in mind, Mark Whalley and Stuart Farmer have conducted research in both England and Scotland into identifying the reasons why physics...
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Speakers

Stuart Farmer

Learning and Skills Manager, IOP and Perimeter Institute

I was a teacher of physics in Scotland for over 30 years before becoming the Scottish Education Manager for IOP in February 2019. Throughout this time I have been active in curriculum and assessment development and providing professional learning for teachers. I am a former Chair... Read More →

Mark Whalley

Senior Lecturer in Education, University of Chester

I'm a senior lecturer in Educational Leadership at the University of Chester. My main teaching covers Professional Learning and Change Leadership but I also tutor across the MA Educational Leadership programme. My principal research interest is in teacher retention and by focusing... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Recruitment Retention and Wellbeing, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, Initial Teacher Educators, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Advisors/Consultants, Researchers

08:45 GMT

BERG: Learning about biology in the Early Years

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH231 (Learning Hub Level 2)

The initial learning about biological organism, naming, form and function, begins in the earliest years before any formal learning facilitation and builds on the child’s understanding. These foundations are rarely discussed in training and with communities. This talk will cover how earliest learners construct undemanding of themselves and other organisms in form, function and...
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Speakers

Dr Lady Sue Dale Tunnicliffe

Patron / Retired Reader in Science Eduction IOE, CASTME and UCL IOE

Dr Sue Dale Tunnicliffe was Reader in Science Education at UCL IOE, an experienced teacher of all ages, as well as at universities. Sue is a Former OFTSED inspector and Head of Education at the Zoological Society and has published both academic papers and 13 books . Sue is particularly... Read More →

Sponsors

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell is the proud sponsor of the Biology Education Research Programme (BERG) on Thursday of Conference,

'Teach & Tell is run by Miss Estruch (Katie Estruch), a biology teacher since 2009 and former Head of Department, now helping teachers get their most valu... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH231 (Learning Hub Level 2)

Primary

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, 0-4, Trainee Teachers, Researchers

08:45 GMT

Co-designing an assessment matrix for thinking scientifically outdoors

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session aims to enable participants to:• Understand how children’s thinking scientifically can be assessed meaningfully in outdoor primary science• Explore a research informed Thinking Scientifically Assessment Matrix that supports progression across primary phases• Engage with examples of how the matrix has been co designed and trialled with experienced teachers in real classrooms•...
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Speakers

Rebecca Lee

Class Teacher, Kimberley Primary School

Aamir Khalique

Class Teacher, Roundhill Primary School

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom, Assessment
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 5-7, 7-11, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Trainee Teachers

08:45 GMT

Co-developing spatial computing climate change play toolkit with children

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This interactive workshop introduces a proof-of-concept student toolkit for using spatial computing to support climate change education in primary-aged multicultural settings. The session draws on my doctoral research at the University of Leeds, which examines how spatial computing can be co-developed within a climate change play curriculum with Indonesian and Malaysian children living in the...
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Speakers

Muhammad Zulfadhli Kamarudin

Postgraduate Researcher, School of Education, University of Leeds

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues, Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning
Key Stage / Audience Type International, Initial Teacher Educators, Trainee Teachers, Early Career Teachers, 7-11, Researchers

08:45 GMT

(Pearson): Practical science models that schools can actually deliver

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This collaborative session invites teachers and leaders to reflect on practical science models that are realistic, workable and educationally valuable. It will explore how practical assessment and practical learning can be designed in ways that support classroom delivery, gather meaningful feedback and balance ambition with the operational realities schools face. Participants will also explore...
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Speakers

Shauna O'Brien

Head of Science, Pearson

Poppy Pan

Lead Specialist - Science, Pearson

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Advisors/Consultants, Initial Teacher Educators

08:45 GMT

AI integration in science education

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming how students access information, construct knowledge, and engage with scientific ideas. For science educators, this presents both exciting opportunities and important responsibilities. This session explores how AI can be meaningfully and ethically integrated into science teaching to support inquiry-based learning, deepen conceptual...
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Speakers

Tammie Schrader

Science Education Consultant, Oakesdale School District/Hagan Foundation

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom, Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning
Key Stage / Audience Type International

08:45 GMT

Under the microscope: What science teachers really think about the New Curriculum

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This session will unpack the biggest trends shaping science teaching right now, including how teachers are reacting to the changes to the national curriculum, and what it all means for anyone just starting out in the profession.Teacher Tapp surveys over 10,000 teachers every day, giving us a unique, real-time picture of what's changing in science classrooms, from practical work and curriculum...
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Speakers

Grainne Hallahan

Head of Community, Teacher Tapp

Thursday January 7, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Curriculum (General), Curriculum Change in England
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Researchers, Initial Teacher Educators

09:55 GMT

BERG: Re-framing the quadrat beyond counting daisies

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH231 (Learning Hub Level 2)

The session presents a research-informed reconceptualisation of the quadrat through two complementary lenses. First, informed by Barad’s agential realism and sociomaterial perspectives, we consider how tools actively shape knowledge, attention, and experience. Through iterative design and reflection, we have developed approaches that disrupt conventional ecological practices, incorporating art...
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Speakers

Charlotte Lennartsdotter

Doctoral Student, University of Gothenburg

Dawn Saunders

Professor in Biology Education, University of Gothenburg

I am excited by art/ecology, indoor/outdoor science education border crossings and particularly enjoy working with research questions that emerge from teaching.
Especially excited by plant-based science. Looking forward to the conference. #plant-blindness #plant awareness disparit... Read More →

Sponsors

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH231 (Learning Hub Level 2)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type 14-16, Researchers, International

09:55 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

09:55 GMT

Harnessing the power of biology teaching to inspire students

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Biology teaching, from global biomes to the regulation of metabolism, has the power to inspire students about the natural world. Since the publication of The Economics of Biodiversity: The Dasgupta Review (2021) and the National Security Assessment on global ecosystems (2026) there is a strong argument for biology teaching having a duty to inspire students and play a role in creating a society fit...
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Speakers

Dan Jenkins

Head of Gatsby Plant Education Programme, Science and Plants for Schools (SAPS)

Dan is Head of the Gatsby Plant Science Education Programme and directs the Science and Plants for Schools project. For over 10 years Dan has developed practicals and resources for SAPS and is a dab hand at getting any plant to behave in the school lab. Dan’s background in plant... Read More →

Chris Graham

Sustainability Lead and Teacher of Biology, Hills Road Sixth Form College / SAPS

I am the Sustainability Lead, a teacher of OCR's Level 3 Certificate in Sustainability, and a Biology teacher at Hills Road Sixth Form College as well as the visiting teacher at Science and Plants for Schools (SAPS). I have over 20 years experience as a teacher and have been leading... Read More →

Exhibitors

Science & Plants for Schools (SAPS)

Science and Plants for School (SAPS)

Science & Plants for Schools (SAPS) creates opportunities for teachers, technicians and students to find out more about plants and to become more interested in plant science.

We know that good teachers and technicians can bring plant science alive and we want to help them. We are doing this by working with curriculum developers, producing useful teaching resources, enabling teachers to share ideas through our website, and encouraging plant scientists to... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

11-19

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues, Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Teacher Developers, Advisors/Consultants, Initial Teacher Educators, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers

09:55 GMT

Making physics concepts stick through narrative, models and analogies

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Physics is full of abstract ideas. For many students, these concepts can feel remote and inaccessible. Narrative and analogy offer powerful ways to bridge that gap.This interactive session will explore how storytelling, models, and analogies can transform the teaching of physics. We will look at classic examples such as the “rope” model of current electricity or the “dice roll” analogy for...
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Speakers

Nicholas Hulbert

Head of Physics, Tanglin Trust School

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16

09:55 GMT

Pedagogical approaches for teaching emotive issues in primary science

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Aims of this session: > To raise awareness of the link between the primary National Curriculum content and the lived experiences of children and families. > To help delegates pre-empt potentially emotive issues within the science National Curriculum and consider sensitive pedagogical responses.Emotive issues in science, really? Science is often considered to be a fact-based...
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Speakers

Nicola Treby

Associate Professor and Head of Primary Core Subjects, University of Roehampton

Vanessa Matthews

Senior Lecturer in Primary Science and Assistant Programme Leader BA year 2, University of Roehampton

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Recruitment Retention and Wellbeing
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

09:55 GMT

Purposeful practical work for inclusion in primary science

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Aims: This session aims to share research findings and new professional development resources for purposeful practical work to support inclusion in primary science. We will consider examples of adaptive teaching and how practical work can be used to enable children to sense that science is ‘for them’ and is accessible to their needs.The purposeful use of practical work in primary science...
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Speakers

Lynne Bianchi

Professor / Director, SEERIH, University of Manchester

Vice Dean for Social Responsibility, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility
Director of Science & Engineering Education Research and Innovation Hub
Comino Foundation Associate
Great Science Share for Schools Campaign Director
Principal Fellow of the HEA
RSA Fellow

@Uo... Read More →

Sarah Earle

Professor of Science Education, Bath Spa University

Sarah Earle is Professor of Primary Science Education at Bath Spa University. Previously a primary school teacher, she now leads the Teacher Assessment in Primary Science (TAPS), the Focus4TAPS professional learning programme and Nuffield research into practical work projects. She... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

09:55 GMT

Behind GCSE science pathways: How science HoDs make curriculum decisions

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

This session shares findings from an Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) doctoral study exploring how Heads of Science experience and make sense of GCSE science pathway decisions in secondary schools.Rather than focusing on outcomes alone, the session explores the lived realities of curriculum decision-making — including tensions between accountability measures, student perceived...
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Speakers

Stephanie Featherstone

Doctoral Researcher, University of Dundee

I am a science educator and researcher with experience teaching and leading science departments across a range of UK schools. I am currently Head of Science at Radnor House Sevenoaks and have previously held senior leadership roles in science education. My doctoral research explored... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Other, Curriculum (General), Leadership, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type Researchers, Initial Teacher Educators, 14-16

09:55 GMT

Keynote: Disciplinary oracy in the science classroom

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Oracy is set to have a renewed emphasis in the revised National Curriculum, but what is the opportunity for oracy in the science classroom? In this keynote, Amy Gaunt will explore what it means to learn to and through talk in science, supporting students to develop their disciplinary knowledge and understanding while also learning to speak, listen and communicate like scientists. Through...
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Speakers

Amy Gaunt

Amy Gaunt is Director of Education at Voice 21, the national oracy charity which exists to increase access to high-quality oracy education.

She is co-author of Create an Oracy Curriculum (2026) and Transform Teaching and Learning through Talk: the Oracy Imperative (2019... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Curriculum (General)
Key Stage / Audience Type International, 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Researchers, Teacher Developers, Trainee Teachers

10:50 GMT

Biology educators tea/coffee and muffins (sponsored by Miss Estruch Teach & Tell)

Thursday January 7, 2027 10:50 - 11:15 GMT

Learning Hub Level 2 landing space outside rooms LH227-230

If your focus is teaching or supporting biology lessons, come along for a networking session with complimentary tea/coffee and a muffin, to discuss how Miss Estruch Teach & Tell can support your practice!

Sponsors

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell

Thursday January 7, 2027 10:50 - 11:15 GMT
Learning Hub Level 2 landing space outside rooms LH227-230

11-19

Theme Other
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Advisors/Consultants, Post-16, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, Early Career Teachers, International, Teacher Developers

10:50 GMT

Physics and tea with the IOP

Thursday January 7, 2027 10:50 - 11:15 GMT

Learning Hub Level 3 landing space (outside 344-347)

We'd love to talk about physics education and how we can help you, your school or your MAT - and we've got treats. Join the IOP team to tell us what's going well and what you think we should be doing to support the profession.

Speakers

Eleanor Wylie

Professional Support Coach, Institute of Physics

Ian Horsewell

Professional Community and Retention Strategic Lead, Institute of Physics

Sponsors

Institute of Physics (IOP)

The Institute of Physics (IOP) is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland, with an active role in promoting co-operation in physics around the world. We strive to make physics accessible to people from all backgrounds.

Come along and visit an

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Thursday January 7, 2027 10:50 - 11:15 GMT
Learning Hub Level 3 landing space (outside 344-347)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Teacher Developers

11:15 GMT

(AQA): From curiosity to confidence: Securing practical progression from KS3-KS5

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This CPD session explores how science teachers can effectively plan for and support strong progression in practical work from KS3 through to KS5. Moving beyond isolated experiments, the session focuses on how practical skills develop over time, building from curiosity and engagement in KS3 to confidence, independence, and precision at A-Level. Teachers will consider how to sequence practical...
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Speakers

Lisa Mooney

Subject Support Manager - Science, AQA

Frank Lowor

Subject Support Manager - Science, AQA

Frank is a highly experienced educator and assessment specialist with over two decades of service in science education. He has held leadership roles including Head of Science and Head of Vocational Science, teaching GCSE and A-level sciences across multiple schools. Currently serving... Read More →

Sponsors

AQA

Proudly partnering the ASE for their 2027 Annual Conference.

Since 1903, we’ve been rewarding achievement by designing and delivering fair and inclusive assessment. We do this because we believe that quality assessment is an essential ingredient for a good education. We’re the most chosen exam board in England and we set and mark the papers

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Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Assessment
Key Stage / Audience Type 14-16, 11-14, Post-16

11:15 GMT

(IRIS) From enrichment to entitlement: teaching research and innovation at secondary school

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Curriculum debate across the four nations keeps returning to one question. What is science education for? The answers point towards young people who can ask a good question, weigh evidence and contribute something new. Yet working scientifically is often reduced to practical technique, and the disciplinary knowledge behind real research goes untaught. Where research does appear it is usually...
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Speakers

Georgina Lott

Head of Education Innovation, Institute for Research in Schools (IRIS)

Kelly Murfet

Education Innovation Lead, Institute for Research in Schools (IRIS)

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-murfet-8a9065348/

Sponsors

Institute for Research in Schools (IRIS)

The Institute for Research in Schools
Our mission is to change the culture in UK education so that every young person experiences real research.

We do this by:Providing opportunities for young people to carry out research projects and share their findings with the worldEmpowering... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Research, Curriculum (General)
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 7-11, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Researchers, Teacher Developers

11:15 GMT

BERG: From sequence to species: Learning through DNA barcoding

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH231 (Learning Hub Level 2)

This session will explore how the practical Barcoding For Beginners project is being used to investigate invertebrate biodiversity with learners in years 10-13. Hear about the impact of authentic scientific investigation and collaboration on educators and students and see the resources available to support this inquiry-based project using molecular biology techniques, bioinformatics and...
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Speakers

Francesca Gale

Head of Science Engagement and Enrichment, Welcome Connecting Science

Sponsors

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH231 (Learning Hub Level 2)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 14-16, Post-16, FE/Skills, Technicians

11:15 GMT

Challenges of the primary to secondary maths transition.....parallels for science?

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

This session explores research by Axion Maths on the transition from primary to secondary school which can make or break a pupil's attitudes towards maths and school, and EEF research on whether setting is better than mixed ability classes, and prompts discussion questions on whether there are parallels for secondary science.This session is supported by a Department for Education funded...
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Speakers

Marianne Cutler

Director of Curriculum Innovation, Association for Science Education

David Thomas OBE

CEO, AxioM Maths

Jeremy Hodgen

Professor of Mathematics Education, University of Nottingham

Professor of Mathematics Education
Emeritus Professor of Mathematics Education, UCL
Visiting Professor, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
Associate Director: Policy and Impact
Observatory for Mathematical Education

Jen Shearman

Chief Learning Officer, MEI

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Curriculum (General)
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16
Social media handle(s) @theASE

11:15 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

11:15 GMT

Beyond chick hatching: Humane alternatives for teaching life cycles

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Speakers

Daisy Hall

Science Education and Outreach Manager, Animal Aid

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, 0-4, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators
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11:15 GMT

Building professional curiosity, joy and agency in trainee teachers

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

At the Nottingham Institute of Education, we have remained committed to ensuring that professional curiosity, agency and joy underpin our science provision across our primary initial teacher education (ITE) programmes. Maintaining this ambition against a national context of financial pressures in the university sector while meeting government reforms as articulated through the Initial Teacher...
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Speakers

Alison Murphy

Senior Lecturer, Nottingham Trent University

Natasha Serret

Associate Professor of Science Education, Nottingham Trent University

I started my professional career as a classroom teacher and science lead in a London primary school. I was and remain passionate about classroom learning that promotes a scientific mindset alongside the development of an understanding of key scientific concepts. This professional... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Recruitment Retention and Wellbeing
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 5-7, 7-11

11:15 GMT

A novel way of teaching inheritance to students using forensic science.

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

The aim of this session is to demonstrate novel techniques for teaching Primary and Secondary students about inheritance, in the context of Forensic Science and real life applications to solving crimes. The workshop is based on research being conducted by scientists at the Earlham Institute. One of the problems faced by forensic scientists is accurately analysing data which contains DNA from more...
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Speakers

Mandy Hartley

Science Educator, The Little Story Telling Company

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants

11:15 GMT

AI use in Trainees and Early Career Teachers

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

This session will explore how AI is influencing trainee and early career teachers beyond practical use, focusing on professional identity development in a changing educational landscape.You will hear findings from research into how trainee teachers are currently using AI to support planning, learning, reflection, and professional practice, alongside key themes around confidence, dependency,...
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Speakers

Jonty Leese

Associate Professor and Head of International PGCE Programmes, University of Warwick

Joanna Pellereau

PGCE Course Science Lead, Warwick University Centre for Teacher Education

Having been a physics teacher and Head of Department for over a decade, I am now Physics PGCE lead and a teaching fellow at the Centre for Teacher Education at the University of Warwick. I also take on freelance work and have supported OUP with the Kerboodle resources for the new... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type Researchers, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants

11:15 GMT

Explore how to tackle climate change using science and global perspectives

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session aims to inspire and equip teachers to think beyond the science curriculum to integrate ways of knowing from science with those from other disciplines, which include philosophy, ethics and worldviews to tackle the challenge of climate change. This supports the intention of the recent curriculum and assessment review, which aims to help learners understand that global challenges,...
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Speakers

Cathy Priest

Training Lead of the Youth and Schools Team, Faraday Institute for Science and Religion

I taught secondary school science for 20 years in the UK and abroad and led KS4, Biology and Physics departments. I now work at the Faraday Institute for Science and Religion as the training lead in the youth and schools' team, developing and delivering CPD for in service and trainee... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 7-11, International

11:15 GMT

Preparing future teachers for generative AI: critical, creative, and ethical

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

The session will explore how student teachers currently use generative AI critically, ethically and practically as part of their developing professional practice. Rather than presenting generative AI as a shortcut or a threat, the session will position AI as a tool that requires teacher judgement, subject knowledge and careful pedagogical decision-making. The session will highlight research...
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Speakers

Ryan Gallagher

Programme Director in Science Education, University College Cork, Ireland

Stephen Murphy

Deputy Programme Director in Science Education, University College Cork, Ireland

Thursday January 7, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, Trainee Teachers, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

12:25 GMT

(AQA): Cracking the Challenge: Understanding standard demand questions in science

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This CPD session supports science teachers in developing a deeper understanding of standard demand questions in science assessments. Often forming the core of exam papers, these questions require students to apply knowledge accurately and interpret information with precision. However, many learners struggle to translate their understanding into secure responses. This session explores what makes...
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Speakers

Damien Gent

Subject Support - Science Lead, AQA

Sponsors

AQA

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Assessment
Key Stage / Audience Type 14-16

12:25 GMT

BERG: Collaborating on AI, assessment, and inclusion in HE biosciences

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH231 (Learning Hub Level 2)

This interactive session will explore how collaborative, cross-institutional communities of practice can support higher education science educators in responding to emerging pedagogical challenges. The session will introduce the collaborative work of the BERG Higher Education Working Group through two current thematic areas: AI and assessment and decolonising the curriculum. Through a series of...
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Speakers

Caroline Smith

Assistant Head of School - Curriculum Innovation and Student Experience, University of Westminster

Sarah Rayment

Nottingham Trent University, Senior Lecturer in Molecular Sciences

Dr Sarah Rayment is a senior lecturer in bioscience within SST. She is co-course leader for Bioscience courses with Integrated Foundation year and centre director for the bioscience scholarship research centre. She is passionate about skill development: whether through authentic student... Read More →

Sponsors

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH231 (Learning Hub Level 2)

11-19

Theme Other, Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning
Key Stage / Audience Type Post-16, FE/Skills

12:25 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

12:25 GMT

Sequencing for Success: Building Scientific Writing Over Time

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Scientific writing is a core disciplinary skill, yet many students struggle to express their understanding clearly and accurately. This session focuses on how departments can build writing successfully over time, rather than addressing it reactively at GCSE.Participants will explore how careful curriculum sequencing ensures that students develop the knowledge, vocabulary, and structures needed...
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Speakers

Rosie Lloyd

Senior Delivery Manager, Ark Curriculum Plus

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Trainee Teachers

12:25 GMT

Honorary and Professional Members lunch (invitation only)

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

This professional registration lunch (by invitation only) is for those Honorary ASE members and member-science teachers and technicians who have gained professional registration or Chartership: CSciTeach, RSci or RSciTech, all of whom are invited to join Lynn Ladbrook, the ASE's CEO along with the Chair Trio for the Association.New Honorary members will also be announced. Honorary Membership is...
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Speakers

Lynn Ladbrook

Chief Executive, Association for Science Education

Emily Perry

Professor of Education, Manchester Metropolitan University

Claire Seeley (MA CSciTeach)

Primary Science Education Consultant / Co-Chair of the ASE

Claire Seeley has been a teacher for over thirty years in a wide variety of contexts including both inner city and rural schools England. Claire is also a Primary Science Consultant, providing both continuing professional development and initial teacher training. She has a passion... Read More →

Natasha Serret

Associate Professor of Science Education, Nottingham Trent University

Marianne Cutler

Director of Curriculum Innovation, Association for Science Education

David Allen

Associate Professor Learning and Teaching / Outgoing Chair of the ASE 25/26, University of Hertfordshire & Creative Primary Science Education Consultancy

I worked in primary schools for over twenty years as a classteacher, senior leader and Deputy Headteacher. I taught across Key stages 1, 2 and 3 in UK and in Spain. During this time I developed a passion for science, art and design, improvised drama, assessment for learning, creativity... Read More →

Rob Butler

Registrar, Association for Science Education

I'm a Chartered Science teacher, the registrar and Project Officer for the ASE (running the Keeping Science Practical project).
I'm a senior professional development leader for the Science Learning Partnership network and I help the Science Council promote their professional registers. I'm an ex-special school senior leader, an ex-science teacher and an OUP author. I jointly run the ASE's Inclusive Science Educati... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Other
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, International, Post-16, Researchers, Teacher Developers, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

12:25 GMT

Patterns in the Solar System

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Science is a powerful process that gives structure to our innate ability to find patterns in the world around us. Patterns observed by Galileo only make sense if our model for the solar system is Sun-centred. Come explore the Patterns in the Solar System, Perimeter Institute’s newest free classroom resource. Engage in activities to explore Galileo’s observations, identify patterns, and think...
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Speakers

Alan Denton

Physics coach, Perimeter Institute

Stuart Farmer

Learning and Skills Manager, IOP and Perimeter Institute

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, 11-14, 14-16

12:25 GMT

Using a dual lens to strengthen subject specific CPD in science

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

How often do we engage with subject‑specific CPD as busy science teachers and how often does it genuinely change what we do in the classroom? In this session, you will explore a practical model for developing subject knowledge and pedagogical content knowledge simultaneously using a learner–practitioner lens. Drawing on real case studies from secondary schools and ITT, we will examine how...
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Speakers

Catherine Leeson

Subject Development Lead - Science, Teach First

Bethany Howes

Subject Development Lead - Science, Teach First

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

12:25 GMT

The language of discovery: Making scientific vocabulary work for everyone

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:30 GMT

LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

The session begins with everyday objects that prompt close observation, enabling learners to notice patterns and features that naturally lead into specific primary science phenomena. Each activity is deliberately structured with scaffolds that support pupils in articulating their ideas and using scientific language with increasing confidence. In line with research emphasising science as a distinct...
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Speakers

Hellen Remant

Science Education Consultant, Putting Learning First

Thursday January 7, 2027 12:25 - 13:30 GMT
LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom, Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11

13:35 GMT

(MiniOne Systems) Who's Baby Luna's Father? Using DNA Fingerprinting to Solve a Mystery

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

CH314 (Creative Hub Level 3)

Embark on a hands-on adventure and join marine biologists in their quest to uncover the mystery of Luna's father! Meet Luna, an adorable whale calf, and become part of a passionate team determined to solve this heart-warming puzzle using gel electrophoresis and DNA fingerprinting.

Speakers

Erika Fong

Director, MiniOne Systems

Molecular Biology Anywhere and for Everyone! The game changing MiniOne Electrophoresis System was first of its kind designed specifically for teachers and students to have equal access to key biotech techniques with engaging activities. Whether used in the classroom lab or at home... Read More →

Sponsors

MiniOne Systems (Embitec)

Browse our webpage at https://eu.theminione.com for links to:

> The MiniOne Electrophoresis System
> The New e-Pipette
> The MiniOne Incubator
> The Let it Glow Bacterial Transformation MiniLab
> Pipetting and Gel Loading Practice Kits
> MiniOne MiniLabs - complete lab kits for ha

... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
CH314 (Creative Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 14-16, Post-16, Technicians, FE/Skills

13:35 GMT

(STEM Learning) Subject Knowledge for Physics Teaching (SKPT - a taster session for bringing physics to life in the classroom

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Subject Knowledge for Physics Teaching (SKPT) courses are delivered by The Ogden Trust in partnership with STEM Learning and are fully funded by the Department for Education, to provide free physics professional development for teachers teaching physics outside their specialism.Delivered by an expert practitioner in a supportive learning community, teachers build their competence and...
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Speakers

Elizabeth Calvert

SKPT Programme Manager (Science and STEM Engagement Lead), STEM Learning UK

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Teacher Developers

13:35 GMT

A gender/sex debate in biology

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Aims:- To create a safe space for debate where people can explore their own understanding of gender/sex- To deconstruct some ideas about classification systems and essentialism.Objectives:- To be able to answer the question “What is a woman?”- To be able to answer pupils’ questions about gender/sex more confidently- To be able to name and explain several examples of organisms that are...
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Speakers

Helen Stamp (she/her)

Freelance educator specialised in gender/sexuality diversity and feminisms

As a teenager, I was drawn to gender/women's studies as an option for my undergraduate degree, but as I was not sure about the career options, I chose a "safer" degree in Biology and Education. After 11 years as a biology teacher, I was lucky enough to be able to return to university... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Inclusion and Diversity including SEND
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers

13:35 GMT

Bringing STEM careers into secondary science lessons

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

The Gatsby Benchmarks of Good Careers Guidance highlight the importance of linking curriculum learning to careers, yet many teachers face the challenge of fitting meaningful careers education into an already crowded curriculum.The Scientists Making a Difference book and supporting teaching resources have been created by the Gatsby Charitable Foundation, Imperial College London and What on Earth!...
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Speakers

Jennifer Marchant CSciTeach

Teacher and STEM Writer, What On Earth Books

Sponsors

Scientists Making a Difference

Scientists Making a Difference is a book and set of educational resources, including videos, a teachers’ guide and worksheets, designed to inspire pupils aged 11–16 to explore the many routes into science careers.
Created by Gatsby Charitable Foundation, Imperial College Londo... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

11-19

Theme Research, Curriculum (General), Practical work including beyond the classroom, Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16

13:35 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

13:35 GMT

(CLEAPSS) Observing practical primary science lessons: A framework for leaders

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Observing a practical science lesson is very different from observing a standard lesson, yet most science leads and senior leaders receive little or no training in how to do it well. This interactive session introduces a structured framework developed by CLEAPSS Primary to help you focus on what really matters when observing practical science. Using video clips from a real lesson and guided...
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Speakers

Sally Fulford

Primary Consultant, CLEAPSS

Ex -secondary and primary science teacher now working (and loving my roles) as a consultant for Primary CLEAPSS, the Ogden Trust, PSQM, TAPS and more. Based in Devon.

Jason Harding

Primary Section Leader, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Leadership
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, Teacher Developers, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants
Social media handle(s) @cleapss_primary

13:35 GMT

Climate change in the new primary curriculum

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Climate change is one of the most significant challenges that humankind has ever faced and providing high quality climate change and sustainability education is imperative. The session will explore the interdisciplinary nature of climate change within the primary curriculum. It will consider how learning might be best sequenced and connected to instil in pupils an understanding of the science,...
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Speakers

Marianne Cutler

Director of Curriculum Innovation, Association for Science Education

Joe Cannell

Primary Curriculum Lead, The Geographical Assocation

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Curriculum Change in England, Sustainability climate change and environmental issues, Leadership
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11

13:35 GMT

Designing inclusive science pedagogy for every child to achieve and thrive

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This session invites you to rethink what inclusion looks like in science classrooms.With increasing expectations that every child will achieve and thrive, teachers are navigating a complex challenge: how to meet diverse needs without lowering expectations or adding unsustainable workload. In science, this is intensified by the demands of the subject—specialist vocabulary, abstract ideas, and...
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Speakers

Katy Bloom

Associate Professor ITE & Science Lead, York St John University

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Inclusion and Diversity including SEND, Leadership
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

13:35 GMT

Do AfL practices provide feedback for teachers and guidance for learners?

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

This talk and discussion is a tribute to Professor Paul Black, whose pioneering work in classroom assessment practices for around 40 years transformed the way that assessment is used to help children learn. While most teachers are aware of Assessment for Learning, many do not know its origins and the reasons why and how formative assessment has become more valued and recognised in promoting...
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Speakers

Chris Harrison

Professor of Science Education, King’s College London

Researcher keen to work at classroom level. Teacher educator. Research interest: Assessment and especially Assessment for Learning. Inquiry in science/experimental science. Professional Learning and practice-based evidence. Big, big ASE enthusiast!!

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Assessment
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Teacher Developers

13:35 GMT

Harnessing game based learning in science

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Game-Based Learning (GBL) offers powerful opportunities to enhance engagement, motivation, and conceptual understanding in science education. As science educators seek approaches that support curiosity, resilience, and active participation, well-designed learning games—both digital and non-digital—can create meaningful contexts in which students explore scientific ideas through investigation,...
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Speakers

Ed Walsh

Science Education Consultant, Ed Walsh Consulting

An author and CPD presenter, I was a teacher for 20 years, 12 of them as team leader. I then worked as a consultant, supporting teachers and science teams, training teachers and developing curriculum materials. I am now a Series Editor for Collins, CPD Trainer for AQA and Development... Read More →

Tammie Schrader

Science Education Consultant, Oakesdale School District/Hagan Foundation

Thursday January 7, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Research, Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, FE/Skills, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

14:30 GMT

Inside nature: Transforming zoo post‑mortems into powerful biology Education

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:30 - 15:40 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Ever wondered how to bring real-world science into your classroom in a meaningful and engaging way? This session introduces Inside Nature, a free resource developed by ZSL that transforms real animal post-mortems into curriculum-linked learning experiences. You’ll gain insight into the full journey—from veterinary investigation to classroom resource—including the scientific, ethical, and...
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Speakers

Robyn Meehan

Senior Learning Officer, Zoological Society of London

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:30 - 15:40 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, FE/Skills

14:45 GMT

BERG: Weird biology - powerful learning through unusual examples

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH231 (Learning Hub Level 2)

Biology is full of phenomena that seem almost unbelievable: fish that shoot jets of water to catch prey, fungi that manipulate insect behaviour, mammals with unusual resistance to disease, plants that trap animals, and organisms capable of remarkable regeneration. Yet these examples are far more than curiosities. Used thoughtfully, they can become powerful tools for teaching fundamental ideas such...
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Speakers

Aaron Bridges

Head of Science, Eton College

As a classroom biology teacher and Head of Science, I have long been interested in why some explanations and examples remain with students while others are quickly forgotten. Biology provides a wealth of extraordinary organisms, behaviours and adaptations, yet teaching can sometimes... Read More →

Sponsors

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH231 (Learning Hub Level 2)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 14-16, Post-16

14:45 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

14:45 GMT

Climate change solutions in secondary physics, chemistry and biology

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

The CAR and Shadow CAR reports both highlighted the importance of teaching not just about the causes and impacts of global warming, but also the solutions. Climate change solutions cover both mitigation (reducing the amount of warming) and adaptation to the impacts of the warming. Teaching about solutions links well to green careers, demonstrates the relevance of core curriculum science to...
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Speakers

Ellie Pinches

Education Officer, Royal Meteorological Society

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 11-14, 14-16, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants

14:45 GMT

How student‑led questions and feedback support learning and self-regulation

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session will explore:• Teachers and students’ perceptions on the effectiveness of student-led questioning and feedback in engaging students in science. • Share a more effective model of classroom discourse and how it has enhanced teaching and learning in the science classroom. • Provide participants opportunities to share ideas and knowledge on pedagogical approaches to authentic...
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Speakers

Ade Magaji

Associate Professor, University of Greenwich (Education and Centre for Thinking and Learning)

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Assessment
Key Stage / Audience Type Researchers, 11-14, 14-16, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Trainee Teachers

14:45 GMT

Metals are solid aren’t they? Tackling misconceptions through responsive teaching

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

How can children’s misconceptions be identified and addressed to secure scientific understanding?This session explores how formative assessment approaches can be used not just to identify misconceptions, but to inform responsive teaching and curriculum planning. Drawing on their own extensive experience in the classroom and from working with hundreds of teachers in primary schools, the...
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Speakers

Jo Montgomery CSciTeach

Primary Science Education Consultant, Dr Jo Science Solutions

RSC Excellence in Primary Education Prize 2024. With both a teaching and science background, Dr. Jo Montgomery has more than 20 years’ experience working with children and schools to support science education from Early Years to university. Passionate about encouraging curiosity... Read More →

Alex Farrer

PSQM Development Lead, Primary Science Quality Mark

PSQM Professional Learning Partner.
Primary Science Teaching Trust Fellow.
Member of the PSQM Expert Advisory Group.
Member of the ASE Teacher Developers’ Committee.
Accredited trainer of the Primary Science Capital Teaching Approach.
Co-author of the PSTT resources See Through Sci... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Assessment
Key Stage / Audience Type Early Career Teachers, 0-4, 5-7, 7-11, Trainee Teachers

14:45 GMT

Working scientifically in Early Years (nursery and reception)

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Aims: > To provide examples of good practice in working scientifically in the Early Years.> To clarify what the different areas of working scientifically are and how best to use them in every day science in Nursery/Reception. Objectives:> To allow practitioners to see the possibilities when using the different areas when working scientifically in class with young children. > To provide...
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Speakers

Elaine Arbuckle

Early Years Education Consultant, Half Pint Science

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 5-7

14:45 GMT

How to use CASE pedagogy to improve student understanding of the control of variables in science investigations

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Are your students struggling to reliably control variables in their science investigations? In this session, we will explore how the first five lessons of the CASE pedagogy can transform how your students approach fair testing and multivariable problems. You will be introduced to the 5 pillars of CASE; Concrete Preparation, Cognitive Conflict, Social Construction, Metacognition, and Bridging....
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Speakers

Alex Black

Council Member, Lets Think Forum

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type Researchers, 11-14, 7-11

14:45 GMT

Planning for dialogue and learning through action: lessons from Tonga

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This workshop draws on our experience of co-writing the primary science curriculum, teacher guides, pupil books and designing teacher training in the Kingdom of Tonga, a Pacific island nation with a rich culture that is vulnerable to climate change. In this workshop we will also draw on the expertise of the science educators in Tonga, whose voices will be included by video recording. The...
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Speakers

Philippa Gardom-Hulme

Science Education Writer, Trainer and Consultant, The Curriculum Foundation

Philippa has written a wide variety of school science resources, including Activate and Complete Lower Secondary Chemistry for Oxford University Press. She has created innovative activities bringing contemporary science into the classroom for ASE, the European Union, Practical Ac... Read More →

Kendra McMahon

Professor in Science Education, The Curriculum Foundation & Bath Spa University

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Curriculum (General)
Key Stage / Audience Type International, 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, Advisors/Consultants, Initial Teacher Educators

14:45 GMT

Presidential Address: We need to talk about equity: Dilemmas, threats and possibilities for science education

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

2026 saw issues of equity, diversity and inclusion thrust violently into the academic and educational spotlight. EDI has been the subject of intense, polarised and painful debate across national and international media, with events that have shaken the academic world to devastating effect. This presidential address explores the motive of what it means to talk/ speak about equity within...
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Speakers

Professor Louise Archer OBE

ASE President / Karl Mannheim Chair of Sociology of Education, UCL Institute of Education

I am currently the Karl Mannheim Professor of Sociology of Education at UCL IOE (2017-) and co-chair of the Sociology Activity Group (with Jessica Ringrose). Previously I was Professor of Sociology of Education at King's College London, where I was also the Director of the Centre... Read More →

Thursday January 7, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Inclusion and Diversity including SEND
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, International, Post-16, Researchers, Teacher Developers, Technicians, Trainee Teachers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

15:40 GMT

Chair Chat

Thursday January 7, 2027 15:40 - 16:10 GMT

Learning Hub Level 2 landing space outside rooms LH227-230

Our dedicated Chair Trio invite you to drop-in to the “Chair-Chat” sessions on one of the days of Annual Conference 2027. The Chair is a vital role to the ASE, and the elected Chair provides an authoritative voice for the thousands of members that the ASE supports, along with those working within the wider science education community. Those elected remain part of our Chair Trio for 3 years.Got...
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Speakers

David Allen

Associate Professor Learning and Teaching / Outgoing Chair of the ASE 25/26, University of Hertfordshire & Creative Primary Science Education Consultancy

Claire Seeley (MA CSciTeach)

Primary Science Education Consultant / Co-Chair of the ASE

Natasha Serret

Associate Professor of Science Education, Nottingham Trent University

Emily Perry

Professor of Education, Manchester Metropolitan University

Thursday January 7, 2027 15:40 - 16:10 GMT
Learning Hub Level 2 landing space outside rooms LH227-230

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Assessment, Curriculum (General), Curriculum Change in England, Inclusion and Diversity including SEND, Leadership, Practical work including beyond the classroom, Recruitment Retention and Wellbeing, Research, Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Sustainability climate c
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, International, Post-16, Researchers, Teacher Developers, Technicians, Trainee Teachers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

15:40 GMT

Meet the ASE Teacher Developers Committee

Thursday January 7, 2027 15:40 - 16:10 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

ASE Teacher Developers' supports those whose roles include:> The design, coordination and facilitation of professional development , mentoring and coaching, whether in school, schools groups or external> Subject and departmental leadershipIf this is you, come along to the "Meet the ASE Teacher Developers Committee" during Thursday afternoon tea break of Annual Conference 2027. We'll share...
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Speakers

Katy Bloom

Associate Professor ITE & Science Lead, York St John University

Thursday January 7, 2027 15:40 - 16:10 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Leadership, Curriculum (General), Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, 5-7, 7-11, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Advisors/Consultants, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Teacher Developers, Trainee Teachers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

16:10 GMT

(Educake) Encouraging independent revision at A-level with Hitchin School Girls

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This session will include input from Hitchin School Girls who will give insights and practical tips on how to encourage independent revision for students.

There will be lots of visuals in this practical session with some discussions in smaller groups.

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16

16:10 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

16:10 GMT

Departmental improvement journeys in practical science

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

The recent curriculum review recognised the importance of good quality purposeful practical science. In this workshop we will share the journeys of some of the schools on our Keeping Science Practical project - hear from the schools how they consistently improved practical provision in their own schools (and the impacts of these changes).

Speakers

Rob Butler

Registrar, Association for Science Education

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom, Leadership
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, Technicians, 11-14, 14-16, Advisors/Consultants
Social media handle(s) @theASE

16:10 GMT

They pass exams - but can’t think: fixing “doing science”

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Students can often produce correct answers in science - yet struggle when asked to explain, justify, or apply their thinking.This session explores why this happens, and what teachers can do about it.Participants will begin by examining real examples of student responses that achieve marks but reveal limited understanding. From this, we will identify key barriers, including over-reliance on recall,...
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Speakers

Emma Swift

Vice Principal, Alvaston Moor Academy

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 11-14, 14-16

16:10 GMT

BERG: Cultivating curiosity: high-quality plant science education for all

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH231 (Learning Hub Level 2)

In this interactive session, participants will be invited to join a community of experienced educators with plant-based interests, but the session will cater for all levels of experience and expertise. Participants will, for example, have the opportunity to review creative and inspiring plant practicals to engage their classes with plant science and learn about current best pedagogy for the...
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Speakers

Anna Newman-Griffis

Durham University, Assistant Professor in Biosciences

Haruko Okamoto

Associate Professor in Biochemistry, University of Sussex

Sponsors

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH231 (Learning Hub Level 2)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

16:10 GMT

Click, create, captivate: Use video media to engage and challenge learning

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Aims: •Learn about a range of free digital platforms that can be used to create video content•Understand how the use of video content can transform learning, as shown by the PIC/RAT model•Learn how to create their own videos or templates to scaffold tasks for pupilsFrom TikTok to Teams calls, many platforms offer video editing software features for free, therefore creating video content has...
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Speakers

Benjamin Scott

Science Teacher, Dr Challoner's High School

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning
Key Stage / Audience Type Early Career Teachers, 11-14, 7-11, Trainee Teachers, 14-16, Post-16

16:10 GMT

Supporting students’ epistemological science beliefs in STEM education

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

My aim with this session is to:• raise awareness of students’ epistemological beliefs;• discuss how these beliefs influence students’ participation and engagement; and• illustrate how these beliefs can be supported towards a more sophisticated understanding through STEM educational practices.Recent studies in Denmark have shown that students in many cases associate acquisition of...
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Speakers

Mads Kofod

Master's Graduate (STEM Education), University of Copenhagen

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type Researchers, 7-11, 11-14, Initial Teacher Educators, International

16:10 GMT

International panel: How the global science teaching workforce is preparing students to be future-ready and to thrive

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:20 GMT

LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Our society is facing technological advancement, environmental challenges, and evolving labour market demands. As such, science education is increasingly expected to equip young people with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to deal with these issues and thrive in an uncertain future. Science teachers are at the forefront of this effort, adapting curricula, pedagogies, and assessment...
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Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:20 GMT
LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Recruitment Retention and Wellbeing
Key Stage / Audience Type International

16:10 GMT

PANEL: Subject Leaders - Leading through challenge and change

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:25 GMT

Creative Hub Atrium Level 1

This panel discussion is for all Secondary Science Leaders; experienced, new to and aspiring. Come along and hear from colleagues working at the chalk face who will share their insights into some of the key challenges facing schools and leaders. There will be plenty of opportunity for you to share and discuss the many challenges of leading in Science. As well as discussing your own successes and...
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Speakers

Martin Reece

Science Education Consultant

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:25 GMT
Creative Hub Atrium Level 1

11-19

Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Post-16
Social media handle(s) @theASE

16:10 GMT

Primary Speed Science

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:25 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Get up close with some of the most experienced voices in primary science in this fast-paced, high-energy session. In Primary Speed Science, you’ll rotate between tables, spending a focused eight minutes with each expert - just enough time to ask questions, explore ideas, and gain practical insights you can take straight back to your setting. Whether you’re grappling with curriculum...
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Speakers

Angharad Pass

Primary Science Specialist Education Consultant

The Padlet for the Teachmeet is here: https://padlet.com/saraheamesscienceleader/ase-conf-saturday-10th-january-2026-primary-science-teach-me-ruozfsim8u6eq9lz

Thursday January 7, 2027 16:10 - 17:25 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Primary

Theme Other
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 5-7, 7-11
Social media handle(s) @theASE

17:30 GMT

ASE Reception

Thursday January 7, 2027 17:30 - 19:30 GMT

Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

The ASE Reception (formerly known as the Members Reception) is an open event for everyone, whether you are an ASE Member or not - it's an opportunity to say hello and network with others after an inspirational first day at Conference. Join us for a glass of bubbly to celebrate the ASE!The ASE Books of the Year winners will also be announced, as well as the CASTME awardees. We look forward to...
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Speakers

David Allen

Associate Professor Learning and Teaching / Outgoing Chair of the ASE 25/26, University of Hertfordshire & Creative Primary Science Education Consultancy

Claire Seeley (MA CSciTeach)

Primary Science Education Consultant / Co-Chair of the ASE

Lynn Ladbrook

Chief Executive, Association for Science Education

Natasha Serret

Associate Professor of Science Education, Nottingham Trent University

Emily Perry

Professor of Education, Manchester Metropolitan University

Thursday January 7, 2027 17:30 - 19:30 GMT
Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Other
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, International, Post-16, Researchers, Teacher Developers, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

08:45 GMT

(AQA): Practical Power: classroom practice and exam success in A-level biology

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This CPD session supports science teachers in strengthening the connection between practical work and exam success in A-level Biology. While practical experiences are central to the subject, students often struggle to translate hands-on understanding into high-quality written responses in assessments. This session explores how practical skills, knowledge, and exam technique intersect, helping...
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Speakers

Damien Gent

Subject Support - Science Lead, AQA

Sponsors

AQA

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Assessment
Key Stage / Audience Type Post-16

08:45 GMT

(OUP) Critical and scientific thinking in the age of AI

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Science teachers are increasingly working with students who encounter AI-generated information every day, both inside and outside school. From chatbot explanations to AI-generated revision materials and scientific imagery, young people are already navigating a world where information can appear authoritative while containing inaccuracies, misconceptions or fabricated content. This session argues...
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Speakers

Emma Darcy

AI and Technology for Learning Consultant

Sponsors

Oxford University Press

As part of one of the world’s great universities, we’re driven by a love of learning and a deep conviction that education is a universal good.

For us, every child deserves to be taught by brilliantly professional teachers, working in close partnership with engaged parents, using the best and most inspiring learning resources, technology, and teaching methods. To that end, we work with the brightest, most creative educational... Read More →

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Trainee Teachers

08:45 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Steve Jones

Director, CLEAPSS

Steve taught science in secondary schools for 28 years before moving into advisory work, initially for Hertfordshire and then as a regional adviser for the Secondary National Strategy - Always passionate about practical work Steve believes that hands-on activities are quite simply... Read More →

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

08:45 GMT

Teaching scientific enquiry

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Conducting experiments is seen as a valuable, if not essential, part of physics education. However, such activities are also costly and time-consuming. Moreover, it is often reported that these activities hardly contribute to the students’ content knowledge, nor that they enhance students’ view on how science works or teaches them how to plan an inquiry independently. In this interactive...
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Speakers

Freek Pols

Assistant Professor, Delft University of Technology

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom, Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 14-16

08:45 GMT

The future of the physics teaching workforce

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

The last year has seen radical changes in the numbers of trainee physics teachers recruited, retained as well as those returning to the profession.

What does the future hold?

The Institute of Physics laid out its own vision for a thriving teaching workforce in its 3Rs report, published in September 2025. What has changed since then and what have we learned?

Speakers

Chris Shepherd

Manager (Teaching Workforce), Institute of Physics

Gemma Butt

Project Officer (Teaching Workforce), Institute of Physics

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

11-19

Theme Recruitment Retention and Wellbeing
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 11-14, 14-16, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

08:45 GMT

Update from CLEAPSS

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Keep up to date with the latest guidance, resources, and support available from CLEAPSS.

This session provides an overview of recent changes and important safety updates. Ideal for technicians, teachers, and leaders who want to stay informed and confident in their practice. Join us to ask questions, discuss any concerns, and gain a clear understanding of safe and effective approaches.

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants
Social media handle(s) @cleapss

08:45 GMT

100% Compliant! Policy to classroom practice - lessons to be learnt

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

The aim of this session is to report on early findings from a current research study that takes forward recommendations from the PCAG report (Primary Science Teaching Advisory Group, 2023). The study extends the work into testing the Framework within primary schools, in particular junior classes (7-11 year olds). The overarching purpose has been to explore the shifts in teachers’ planning and...
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Speakers

Lynne Bianchi

Professor / Director, SEERIH, University of Manchester

Alex Sinclair

Associate Professor; Primary Science Course Lead; Ex Co-Chair of ASE (23/24), St Mary's University, Twickenham

I am Associate Professor and Primary Science Lead for the Initial Teacher Education programmes at St Mary’s University, Twickenham. As a member of the Primary Science Curriculum Advisory Group (PCAG) I was involved in producing the Framework for a Future Primary Science Curriculum... Read More →

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Curriculum Change in England, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Initial Teacher Educators, Researchers

08:45 GMT

Closing the primary science CPD gap: flexible models that work (White Rose Education)

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

Participants will be invited to explore an emerging solution: online, on-demand professional development for teachers. Drawing on experience of working with schools and delivering primary science CPD across a range of settings and contexts, we will examine how on-demand PD can support improvements in teacher confidence and subject knowledge, critically evaluate the strengths and limitations of...
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Speakers

Joe Partridge

Primary Science Specialist, White Rose Education

With over a decade of experience as a teacher, I specialise in STEM subjects and digital content creation. In my current role at White Rose Education I develop resources that support primary teachers, aligning with the national curriculum and fostering engagement in science. Through... Read More →

Dan Breeze

Head of Primary Science, White Rose Education

Sponsors

White Rose Education

White Rose Education is proud to sponsor the Primary Programme of the ASE 2027 Annual Conference

Created by teachers, mathematicians and scientists, White Rose Education is dedicated to helping every teacher become a world-class teacher.

White Rose Science takes the highly successful approach we pioneered with White Rose Maths and transfers it to the primary science curriculum. It uses a “small steps” approach to science teaching, and closely follows the national curriculum for science for years 1 - 6. It gives

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Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

Primary

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Leadership
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, 5-7, 7-11

08:45 GMT

Inclusive approaches to thinking scientifically

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session explores how inclusive pedagogies can support all learners, including those with SEND, to participate meaningfully in thinking scientifically. Bringing together expertise from higher education, primary initial teacher education, and specialist SEND practice, the presenters examine how scientific thinking can be made accessible without reducing challenge or disciplinary authenticity....
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Speakers

Anna Stanton

Science leader and teacher, Rowangate School

Helen Tiplady

Senior Lecturer in Education, University of Northampton

Helen is a Senior Lecturer in Education at the University of Northampton where she is Curriculum Lead for the science and Design and Technology modules. She joined the University of Northampton after teaching for 16 years in primary education, where she was also an Assistant Head... Read More →

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Inclusion and Diversity including SEND
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers

08:45 GMT

Are we the change? Making ESD effective through inner development

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

The aim of this session is to invite science teachers practising ESD to honestly examine their inner relationship to change-making, and discover what the IDG framework offers in response. Also to equip participants with practical, IDG-grounded techniques to help pupils experience sustainability as a way of living, not merely a body of knowledge."ESD is more than knowledge and skills — it is a...
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Speakers

Milán Zoltán Páczai

Secondary Science Teacher & Researcher, Alec Reed Academy

Friday January 8, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants, Trainee Teachers, Early Career Teachers, International

09:55 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

09:55 GMT

Making STEM accessible: Creating a 'safe-to-fail' environment for SEND students

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Failure and experimentation are fundamental parts of STEM, but in practice SEND students can find the 'trial and error' of STEM incredibly challenging. By creating scaffolded, flexible lesson plans and building our own STEM confidence, we can deliver more accessible and inclusive lessons for our students in environments where they truly feel safe. In this interactive workshop the Lightyear...
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Speakers

Hannah Ford Tomlinson

Communities & Partnerships Programme Manager, Lightyear Foundation

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Inclusion and Diversity including SEND
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16

09:55 GMT

My pipette is a lab - the many uses of the single-use pipette

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

CH314 (Creative Hub Level 3)

In this session participants will engage in experiments which are conducted solely in a plastic pipette. We will do four experiments on kinetics, equilibrium and extraction. Participants will measure with and combine different compounds in a pipette and they will observe changes inside the pipette bulb. Our aim is to showcase an easy method to do popular practicals at a lower cost, both timewise...
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Speakers

Nasko Stamenov

Lecturer, Sofia University, Sofia, Bulgaria

Nasko Stamenov is a chemistry educatior and communicator. He holds a MSc in Materials' science from the Sofia University, Bulgaria, where he currently teaches 'Methodology of the chemistry experiment'. As sciemce communicator Nasko has a weekly show on the Bulgarian National tele... Read More →

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
CH314 (Creative Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Technicians, Post-16, FE/Skills, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants

09:55 GMT

Post-16 chemistry masterclass: IR & 1H NMR spectroscopy

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This session will cover IR spectroscopy - interpretation of spectra to determine functional groups & fingerprinting using example spectra run by volunteer delegates to exemplify key teaching and examination points; ditto for 1H NMR spectroscopy - methods of interpreting spectra to determine molecular structure and predicting spectra from known structures - again to exemplify key teaching and...
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Speakers

Peter Hoare

STEM Outreach Officer, Newcastle University

I am a former chemistry teacher (20 yrs) now working in STEM Outreach at a Russell Group University (16 years) and an experienced (31 yrs) A-level chemistry examiner for a major English exam board. I run many masterclasses, A-level Revision Workshops and Spectroscopy in a Suitcase... Read More →

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type FE/Skills, Advisors/Consultants, Post-16, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers

09:55 GMT

Research in action: unlocking better science teaching

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This session will explore how action research has been used to drive meaningful and sustained improvements in science teaching and learning at The Manchester Grammar School. Framed around the principle of teachers as researchers, we will share how small-scale, classroom-based inquiry has empowered colleagues to take ownership of their professional development and directly shape departmental...
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Speakers

Anna Wicking

Assistant Head (Professional Development and Digital Innovation), The Manchester Grammar School

Jason Ashton

Physics Teacher, The Manchester Grammar School

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 14-16, Post-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers

09:55 GMT

Why girls choose A-level physics - findings from an EdD research project

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Curious to know why girls do choose physics A-level? This session presents the results and conclusions from a doctoral research project recently conducted in England.Outcomes – Participants will be able to reflect on the uptake of A-level physics by girls in their school and take ideas from the research to employ in their own setting.Following on from the results presented at ASE 2026 Annual...
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Speakers

Gill Clarke

Doctoral Researcher, Oxford Brookes University

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

11-19

Theme Other, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type 14-16, Post-16, Researchers, 11-14, Initial Teacher Educators

09:55 GMT

Engineering art: build a pantograph (a copying machine STEM challenge)

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

In this engaging, hands-on session, participants will explore how a simple machine can transform drawings in surprising ways. They will begin by discovering what a pantograph is and how it has been used throughout history — from copying drawings before photocopiers to its role in modern machines.Participants will then build their own working pantograph using simple classroom materials. Once...
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Speakers

Maren Kelly

Head of STEM, St Catherine's Prep School

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom, Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11

09:55 GMT

Supporting STEM play and learning in Early Years

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Play is key for young children’s learning, and the world around them is a source of wonder and interest. Using play based methods, NUSTEM have developed a resource to help early years educators introduce young children to STEM careers. The resources are designed to support adults without a science or STEM background to confidently engage children with science and careers. In this session we will...
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Speakers

Melanie Horan

Outreach Officer, Northumbria University

Carol Davenport

Professor of STEM Engagement, Northumbria University

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4

09:55 GMT

Keynote: Raising the bar - ambition, curiosity and depth in science

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

What does an ambitious science education look like from primary through to secondary? This session will explore how we can keep expectations high for all pupils, prioritise depth before pace, and use rich texts, images, examples and questions to provoke curiosity and build secure knowledge.Mary Myatt will consider what happens when we move beyond coverage and activity and give pupils the...
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Speakers

Mary Myatt

Educational writer, speaker, blogger, consultant, Myatt & Co

I'm Mary Myatt an education adviser, writer and speaker working with schools, trusts and organisations across the UK. My work focuses on curriculum, teaching and learning, leadership and, increasingly, how we make Key Stage 3 more ambitious and intellectually generous for every pupil... Read More →

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Early Career Teachers, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, International, Researchers, Teacher Developers, Trainee Teachers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

09:55 GMT

Technicians TBC

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH346 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Speakers

Tracy Sherwood-Farnfield

Senior Science Technician, The School of Science and Technology

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH346 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Technicians

Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians

09:55 GMT

Technicians TBC

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH345 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Speakers

Margaret Louis

Senior Scientific Officer, SSERC

Alan Purves

Science Technician, SSERC

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH345 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Technicians

Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians

09:55 GMT

Technicians: The Reactivity Series - two practical investigations for the classroom

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

CH208 (Creative Hub Level 2)

The reactivity series is a key concept in chemistry, but it can sometimes be challenging to demonstrate in a way that is both visually engaging and memorable for students. This practical session will explore two engaging experiments that bring the reactivity series to life and provide opportunities for discussion around chemical reactions, observations, and practical technique.The session will...
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Speakers

Paula Egan

Science Technician (Chemistry), Brighton college

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
CH208 (Creative Hub Level 2)

Technicians

Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians

09:55 GMT

Technicians: You are never a “lone” - teamworking and teambuilding for all technicians

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH347 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Whether you are a lone technician, part of a team or leading a team you will need the support and co-operation of others to make your life easier and get the job done. In this workshop we will look at teams you might be part of, even as a lone technician and ways to communicate and build relationships to build a strong team or support network. We will cover dealing with different people in a team,...
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Speakers

Jane Oldham RSciTech

Lead Science Technician and Outgoing Chair of ASE, De Ferrers Academy and Association for Science Education

Currently immediate Past Chair of the ASE 25-26 and the Lead Science Technician at the de Ferrers Academy, a large multi-site academy in the Midlands.
Jane has been a Science Technician for 20 years, currently leading a team of 6 technicians, where she specialises in supporting KS4 and KS5 chemistry. She is passionate about continuing professional development opportunities for science technicians... Read More →

Friday January 8, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH347 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Technicians

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians

10:50 GMT

Biology educators tea/coffee and muffins (sponsored by Miss Estruch Teach & Tell)

Friday January 8, 2027 10:50 - 11:15 GMT

Learning Hub Level 2 landing space outside rooms LH227-230

Sponsors

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell

Friday January 8, 2027 10:50 - 11:15 GMT
Learning Hub Level 2 landing space outside rooms LH227-230

11-19

Theme Other
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Advisors/Consultants, Post-16, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, Early Career Teachers, International, Teacher Developers

10:50 GMT

Physics and tea with the IOP

Friday January 8, 2027 10:50 - 11:15 GMT

Learning Hub Level 3 landing space (outside 344-347)

Speakers

Eleanor Wylie

Professional Support Coach, Institute of Physics

Ian Horsewell

Professional Community and Retention Strategic Lead, Institute of Physics

Sponsors

Institute of Physics (IOP)

Friday January 8, 2027 10:50 - 11:15 GMT
Learning Hub Level 3 landing space (outside 344-347)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Teacher Developers

10:50 GMT

Chair Chat

Friday January 8, 2027 10:50 - 11:15 GMT

Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

Speakers

David Allen

Associate Professor Learning and Teaching / Outgoing Chair of the ASE 25/26, University of Hertfordshire & Creative Primary Science Education Consultancy

Claire Seeley (MA CSciTeach)

Primary Science Education Consultant / Co-Chair of the ASE

Emily Perry

Professor of Education, Manchester Metropolitan University

Natasha Serret

Associate Professor of Science Education, Nottingham Trent University

Friday January 8, 2027 10:50 - 11:15 GMT
Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Assessment, Curriculum (General), Curriculum Change in England, Inclusion and Diversity including SEND, Leadership, Practical work including beyond the classroom, Recruitment Retention and Wellbeing, Research, Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Sustainability climate c
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, International, Post-16, Researchers, Teacher Developers, Technicians, Trainee Teachers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

11:15 GMT

Creativity & curiosity for all: the impact of student-led science

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:05 GMT

LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

This interactive workshop explores the impact of project-based learning in science education, including through the lens of the CREST Awards, a nationally recognised framework for student-led STEM project work. Drawing on research evidence and programme evaluation, as well as the stories and experiences of teachers and young people- the session will examine how structured project work can enhance...
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Speakers

Maria Rossini

Head of Education, British Science Association

Talk to me able making STEM accessible to all young people, lego, disability and anything related to CREST www.crestawards.org

Gemma Butt

Project Officer (Teaching Workforce), Institute of Physics

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:05 GMT
LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Suitable for All key stages

Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers, Early Career Teachers, Researchers

11:15 GMT

(AQA): Practical Power: classroom practice and exam success in A-level chemistry

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This CPD session supports chemistry teachers in strengthening the link between practical work and examination success in A-Level Chemistry. Although practical activities are a fundamental part of the subject, students often find it challenging to convert their experimental experience into precise, high-quality written answers. This session examines how practical understanding, subject knowledge,...
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Speakers

Lisa Mooney

Subject Support Manager - Science, AQA

Frank Lowor

Subject Support Manager - Science, AQA

Sponsors

AQA

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Assessment
Key Stage / Audience Type Post-16

11:15 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

11:15 GMT

New to Science Leadership

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Leading people is not the same as teaching students! Middle leaders are the engine room of schools and are worth investing in.In this session, we will draw on the New to Science Leadership course (the most recent cohort led in autumn 2026 by ASE in partnership with Astin Consulting) to answer questions such as:- what kind of training best prepares teachers for leading their peers?- is leading the...
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Speakers

Christina Astin

Coach and Education Consultant, Physics Partners and Astin Consulting

http://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-astin

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Leadership
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Teacher Developers
Social media handle(s) @ChristinaAstin, @astin_consulting

11:15 GMT

Panel: Thriving and surviving your first few years (for Early Career Teachers)

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

Come along and listen to the panel, chaired by Martin Reece - a mix of ECT's, mentors and teachers in the early stages of their careers. They will share their professional insight into their successes and challenges so far. What have they learnt? What would they recommend? What would they do differently? Listen to their top tips on how to manage wellbeing alongside the daily demands of teaching...
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Speakers

Martin Reece

Science Education Consultant

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

11-19

Theme Other
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Teacher Developers, Trainee Teachers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

11:15 GMT

PISA 2025: Outcomes and implications for the Teaching and Learning of science

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

The primary focus of the PISA Assessment in 2025 was on the outcomes of school science education for 15-year-olds. The 2025 Assessment framework, which was the basis of testing in over 90 countries in 2025, introduced three new elements. First, two of the original competencies in the 2015 framework were merged. This change enabled the introduction of a new third competency that measured...
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Speakers

Jonathan Osborne

Professor, Stanford University

My career started by teaching science in London comprehensives in 1972 for 9 years. Curently I am the Kamalachari Professor in Science Education, Emeritus, in the Graduate School of Education, Stanford University in California but now back in the UK. I was President of the US National... Read More →

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Curriculum (General), Research
Key Stage / Audience Type International, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Researchers, Teacher Developers, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Advisors/Consultants, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

11:15 GMT

Promoting argument-driven explanation in Earth & Environmental Science

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

In this session attendees will be introduced to Model-Evidence-Link (MEL) instructional materials designed to assist American learners as they construct arguments to evaluate the plausibility of evidence connected to models and the research base that supports using these scaffolds. These MEL diagrams allow students to think critically about socio-scientific issues by evaluating connections between...
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Speakers

Donna Governor

President, NSTA, America

Lorraine Ramirez-Villarin

Associate Professor, University of North Georgia, USA

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type Researchers, 11-14, 14-16, Teacher Developers, International

11:15 GMT

Rising to the challenge: improving pedagogy & practice in physics education

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session will look at two specific EEF guidance reports in detail with a physics-specific lens: Improving Secondary Science and Effective Professional Development. We will draw on a wider evidence-base concerning the challenges of adult behaviour change and its influence on improving teacher practice. This session will consider individual and organisational impact and will be relevant to...
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Speakers

Jackie Flaherty

Head of Teaching and Learning, The Ogden Trust

Ben Crockett

Co-Director, Durrington Research school

Ben is an Assistant Director at Durrington Research School, and Assistant Headteacher at Durrington High having joined the school in 2013. Ben has previously been head of Geography. As part of his wider school role, Ben in responsible for ensuring the quality and consistency of... Read More →

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Initial Teacher Educators

11:15 GMT

Primary Science: programme of study reform for England

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Join the team working with the Department for Education to develop the reformed Science Programmes of Study in England as we outline the priorities and evidence underpinning the drafting process. This session focuses on KS1 and KS2, including preparation for KS3.

Please note the other sessions in the conference programme, on KS1 and KS2, and on biology, chemistry and physics at KS3 and KS4.

Speakers

Marianne Cutler

Director of Curriculum Innovation, Association for Science Education

Alex Sinclair

Associate Professor; Primary Science Course Lead; Ex Co-Chair of ASE (23/24), St Mary's University, Twickenham

Bryony Turford

Primary Science Professional Development Leader, Primary Science Geeks

I have been delivering high quality professional development for leaders, classroom practitioners, trainees and ECTs for over 20 years. I am a Chartered Science Teacher (CSciTeach) and have been involved with ASE for many years, most recently as curriculum drafter for the new National... Read More →

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Primary

Theme Curriculum Change in England, Leadership
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants
Social media handle(s) @theASE

11:15 GMT

Teaching climate adaptation: Lessons and resources from the Adapt-Ed Project

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session will walk participants through what we learned from Adapt-Ed about teaching climate adaptation effectively at primary level. We will share key findings on what worked, what surprised us and what the children and teachers told us about the experience. Participants will have hands-on time with the curriculum resources and materials developed through the project, all of which are freely...
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Speakers

Lee Jowett

Climate Change and Sustainability Fellow, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield Institute of Education

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-jowett-6553a531/

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11

11:15 GMT

A science ed community lens to 'Every Child Achieving and Thriving' (2026)

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

The Government paper (DfE) published 2026, Every Child Achieving and Thriving underpins national vision, drive and strategy for inclusion in schools.

This session will facilitate a professional ponder on the document key messages through a science educator perspective. What resonates for you? What might you do more or do less in your future work in and with schools?

Speakers

Tina Whittaker

PSQM Development Lead, Hub Leader, Independent Consultant, Independent Consultant

Building Capacity in the primary science landscape, Working collaboratively, Systems leadership, School improvement, School self review ( & Deep Dives), nurturing leaders & outreach

Laura Oakes

School Science Subject Leader, The Crescent Academy

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Inclusion and Diversity including SEND
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, 11-14

11:15 GMT

Technicians: Fearless physics

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH345 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Come along to this session to alleviate anxieties, boost confidence and make physics fearless. With a focus on the required practicals for GCSE combined science, the session will cover subject knowledge, equipment and provide some troubleshooting tips and tricks.

Speakers

Becky Daniels RSciTech

Science Technician, St Peter's CofE Academy

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH345 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Technicians

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians

11:15 GMT

Technicians: Owl pellet dissection

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH346 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Suitable for primary or secondary age students, owl pellet dissections are a great way to develop observational skills, learn about what owls eat, the skeleton, and more.

This will be a hands on session where you can learn how to safely dissect owl pellets and discover the tiny bones of animals that the owls cannot digest.

Speakers

Fiona Roberts RSciTech

Senior Science Technician, Morley Academy Leeds

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH346 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Technicians

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians

11:15 GMT

Technicians: SEND, science practicals and science clubs

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH347 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

In this session we will demonstrate and discuss how to support SEND students in science practicals and share ideas for SEND science club activities, including demonstrating good use of the Widgit software for work sheets.
Technician delegates will benefit from sharing the ideas and resources to help SEND/EAL students in their practice.

Speakers

Mark Hanson

Science Technician, Washwood Academy

Jane Parry

Senior Science Technician, Saltley Academy

Friday January 8, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH347 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Technicians

Theme Curriculum (General), Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians

12:25 GMT

(Pearson) Science reform in action - what comes next for teachers and learners?

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Science education is entering a pivotal period of change. This interactive, evidence-informed session will explore how reform can translate ambitious national intent into qualifications, assessment and classroom practice that work for teachers and learners. Drawing on Pearson’s engagement with teachers, science leaders, students and subject communities, the session will consider what...
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Speakers

Shauna O'Brien

Head of Science, Pearson

Tosin Oliyide

Senior Qualifications Manager - Science, Pearson

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Assessment, Inclusion and Diversity including SEND, Leadership
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, FE/Skills, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants, Teacher Developers

12:25 GMT

Beyond keywords: Disciplinary literacy in Post-16 science curricula

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH231 (Learning Hub Level 2)

This interactive session will explore how disciplinary literacy can be embedded into post-16 science curricula to support learners in moving beyond the memorisation of key terms towards reading, writing, reasoning and communicating like scientists.The session draws on work developed at Milton Keynes College Group within a growing sixth form context, where disciplinary literacy has been used as a...
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Speakers

Afsan Redwan

Deputy Head of Sixth Form, Milton Keynes College

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH231 (Learning Hub Level 2)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type Researchers, Post-16, FE/Skills, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

12:25 GMT

Bring climate change to life through chemistry and real-world contexts

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

How can chemistry lessons help learners make sense of climate change and sustainability? In this session, we explore how sustainability contexts can bring chemical concepts to life and connect them to the global challenges of climate change.We use examples from historical developments and current research to show how chemistry underpins a range of climate solutions. We will look at how chemists...
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Speakers

Rebecca Laye

Education coordinator, professional development & regional engagement, Royal Society of Chemistry

Emma Lumb

Education coordinator, community engagement, education strategic programmes, Royal Society of Chemistry

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers

12:25 GMT

Chemical grenades

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Most teachers have been confronted in the classroom by a "chemical grenade" - a question from a pupil that may or may not have been intended to cause damage, but which was also both hard to answer and very interesting, often just touching the edges of the syllabus. By sharing some of the most interesting chemical grenades from my teaching, I hope to outline an approach to answering these...
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Speakers

Matthew Smith

Head of Chemistry, St Pauls School

Matthew has been teaching high school chemistry for 16 years and is in charge of a team of 13 chemists at St Paul's School. His department teaches about 750 pupils and has been building microscale and small scale chemistry into their curriculum for several years, and he and his team... Read More →

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 14-16, Post-16, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers

12:25 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

12:25 GMT

What do I need to do to be ready for physics curriculum 2028?

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Join the team working with the Department for Education to develop the reformed Science Programmes of Study in England and GCSEs subject content as we outline the priorities and evidence underpinning the drafting process. This session focuses on Physics KS3 and KS4 plus transition from KS2 and KS1.Please note the other sessions in the conference programme, on KS1 and KS2, and on biology and...
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Speakers

Marianne Cutler

Director of Curriculum Innovation, Association for Science Education

Rachel Hartley

Pedagogy and Professional Practice Strategic Lead, Institute of Physics

Sponsors

SEPA

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Curriculum Change in England, Leadership
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16
Social media handle(s) @theASE

12:25 GMT

Building scientific literacy through explicit vocabulary teaching

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Scientific literacy is not secured by asking pupils to remember more scientific terms. In primary science, pupils need the language to think, reason, explain, compare, justify and connect ideas. This session will explore how schools can move beyond vocabulary word lists towards an explicit, progressive and purposeful approach to scientific vocabulary teaching.The session is informed by...
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Speakers

Rachael Cuthbert

Primary Education Specialist / Author, Independent Consultant

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers

12:25 GMT

Cultivating a science mindset through outdoor learning

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This interactive workshop invites participants to explore how outdoor learning can transform the teaching of primary science. Using The Croft on the Heath as a real case study, the session will share practical examples of how outdoor environments have been used to deepen scientific enquiry, increase engagement and develop children’s understanding of the natural world.Participants will explore...
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Speakers

Nicky Malkin

Teacher, St Mary's First School, Uttoxeter

Dawn McCann

Teacher, Hillside Primary School

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11

12:25 GMT

Terri and the Time Machine: learning from 4 years delivering arts-based, oracy-rich science

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

More than a dozen schools in deprived areas of the North West are currently delivering their Year 3 science curriculum via an extended story involving a Black female engineer rocketing around time and space in a cardboard time machine. Why? What has this unique project taught us about the power of story and simple stage magic to engage learners? Is there a particular power to performers in role?...
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Speakers

Sarah Punshon

Artistic Director, One Tenth Human

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Research, Inclusion and Diversity including SEND
Key Stage / Audience Type Researchers, 7-11
Social media handle(s) @onetenthhuman

12:25 GMT

Technicians Lunch with Technician Awards

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

Creative Hub Atrium Level 1

All those registered with a Technicians day ticket are warmly invited to the Techs day lunch, during which the Technician awards will be presented, as follows:> Newcomer of the Year – recognising a technician who has made an exceptional impact early in their career> Outstanding Contribution – celebrating an individual who goes above and beyond to support science teaching and learning>...
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Speakers

Lynn Ladbrook

Chief Executive, Association for Science Education

Rachael Bailey

Chair of ASE Technicians Committe / Senior Science Technician, The Orme Academy

I've been a school science technician since 2010, currently a senior science technician at The Orme Academy part of Shaw Education Trust, previous to this I was a senior analytical chemist in the pharmaceutical industry.

I have also worked alongside STEM learning as a lead PDL... Read More →

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
Creative Hub Atrium Level 1

Technicians

Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians
Social media handle(s) @theASE

12:25 GMT

Frontier Science: Engineering the future

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:30 GMT

LH345 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

In this talk, IChemE President Ollie Folayan will share his journey into chemical engineering, describe a day in the life of an engineer, talk about the work he has done to widen access to underrepresented groups and highlight the forces shaping engineering in the future.

Speakers

Ollie Folayan FREng CEng FIChemE

Head of Process Engineering, Costain

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:30 GMT
LH345 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Frontier Science
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, FE/Skills, Technicians, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, Post-16, Teacher Developers
Social media handle(s) @OllieFolayan74

12:25 GMT

What's the point of teaching science? What we've found from research

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:30 GMT

LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Science is a mandatory subject across most nations, and we too often take its privileged position for granted. Much has been written about the purpose of education but far less when it comes to the specifics of science education. Science teaching and curriculum development should be grounded in sound reasons for its presence on the curriculum along with what it should contain and what it should...
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Speakers

Mark Whalley

Senior Lecturer in Education, University of Chester

Friday January 8, 2027 12:25 - 13:30 GMT
LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type Researchers, Teacher Developers, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, FE/Skills, Post-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Advisors/Consultants

13:35 GMT

(OUP) Making Practical work meaningful in KS3 science

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session responds directly to current priorities in science education, including the Curriculum and Assessment Review’s emphasis on clarifying the purpose and expectations of high-quality practical work, and wider concerns about the effectiveness of practical science in supporting learning.There is increasing focus on ensuring that practical work has a clear and explicit purpose, supports...
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Speakers

Amanda Clegg

Science and Leadership Consultant, AKC Educational Consultancy

With over 30 years as a teacher and senior leader, I'm passionate about transforming science education through high-quality practical work, team leadership, bespoke cpd and coaching that makes a real difference.
I thrive on mentoring educators to reach their full potential—watch... Read More →

Karen Collins

Educational Consultant, Apogee Education, Learning and Development

@kcoscience

Sponsors

Oxford University Press

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers

13:35 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

13:35 GMT

Ideas exchange to catalyse and support school and research partnerships

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

In this session I am to explore ‘what works’ in initiatives that support schools and universities/researchers to work together. Welcoming educators, senior leaders, and STEM professionals with experience funding or supporting research in schools to an exploratory workshop finding out what works to involve young people directly in research and innovation. Come along to learn more....
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Speakers

Susan Matambanadzo

Education Manager, British Science Association

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Research, Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, FE/Skills, Technicians, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants

13:35 GMT

Mathematics support for serving science teachers - seeking a way forward

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Building on our work investigating the mathematical skills of trainee science teachers, in this session we will explore the needs of serving teachers. The aim of the session is to inform our next steps to support trainees and serving science teachers with the maths skills required to teach GCSE sciences.In this session we will:(a) identify mathematical skills challenges (b) revisit issues...
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Speakers

Ally Davies

Consultant, Ally Physics

At this conference I'll be speaking about recent work on maths skills of trainee science teachers and considering what support might be helpful for in service teachers of science.
In my semi-retirement, I'm also working to improve representation of minoritised groups/identities... Read More →

Caroline Neuberg

Senior Lecturer in Education / Consultant, Leeds Trinity University

Dr. Caroline Neuberg is a Senior Lecturer in Secondary Education at Leeds Trinity University (LTU). The second Intensive Training and Practice (ITAP) completed by her science trainees focuses on signature pedagogies, dedicated to practical work. Many of the trainees, who have experienced... Read More →

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, Researchers, 11-14, 14-16, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

13:35 GMT

Primary TeachMeet Lightning Talks

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

Creative Hub Atrium Level 1

Fast, focused, and full of inspiration, our TeachMeet Lightning Talks are a celebration of ideas that work.Hear from fellow primary educators sharing short, sharp insights from their classrooms: something they’ve tried, something that’s shifted practice, or something that’s made a real difference to pupils.From rethinking the curriculum to small tweaks with big impact, each talk offers a...
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Speakers

Angharad Pass

Primary Science Specialist Education Consultant

The Padlet for the Teachmeet is here: https://padlet.com/saraheamesscienceleader/ase-conf-saturday-10th-january-2026-primary-science-teach-me-ruozfsim8u6eq9lz

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
Creative Hub Atrium Level 1

Primary

Theme Curriculum (General)
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Trainee Teachers, Early Career Teachers, Teacher Developers, International
Social media handle(s) @theASE

13:35 GMT

Developing metacognitive skills through the science curriculum

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Metacognition has been shown, through numerous studies (including the two superb EEF reports) to be an incredible important pedagogical approach to supporting the improved attainment of our learners. However, metacognition is notoriously a difficult to understand approach, that is so often invisible in lesson. Understanding what to do is not always obvious - which is exactly the purpose of this...
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Speakers

Nathan Burns

Teacher Educator, Mr Metacognition Limited

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16

13:35 GMT

From clean air to biodiversity: Building student agency in real-world science (Earth Museum)

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This session explores how EarthLearn and EarthTogether are supporting schools to develop a coherent, future-facing approach to environmental science education, Moving beyond single-issue topics, these initiatives connect themes such as air quality, climate and biodiversity through real-world student-driven enquiry. Drawing on the Air We Breathe programme as a case study from King's Group...
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Speakers

Janet Owen FRSA, AMA

Executive Director, The Earth Museum

Pauline Stirling

Learning Coordinator, The Earth Museum

Louisa Perkins

The Earth Museum

Sponsors

Earth Museum

From global to local - learning that connects communities.
One of the most powerful aspects of our learning platform is its' ability to bridge the global and the local. As well as presenting global programmes, we bring together community-centres stories from around the world and weave meaningful connects between them - helping learners understand... Read More →

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 7-11, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Trainee Teachers, Advisors/Consultants

13:35 GMT

Helping KS2 children understand climate change: practical lessons

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH229 (Learning Hub Level 2)

Climate change is now part of everyday classroom conversation, yet many primary teachers still feel uncertain about how best to explain complex climate topics in a balanced, age-appropriate and scientifically confident way.This highly practical and interactive workshop draws on lessons learned through delivering climate workshops to KS2 pupils in primary schools across the Midlands, together with...
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Speakers

Graham Davies

Climate Educator & Podcast Host, The Climate Classroom

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH229 (Learning Hub Level 2)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Sustainability climate change and environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, 11-14, Teacher Developers
Social media handle(s) @grahamtheclimateclassroom

13:35 GMT

Sonification – using sound to creatively communicate and explore data in the classroom

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

In science we predominantly represent data numerically or graphically. Teachers, and students, are comfortable with the idea that we can represent the world by a series of numbers or a line on a graph.Sonification is an approach to treating and analysing data through sound to create an auditory display. One example that has been fairly widely used is the representation of astronomical data and...
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Speakers

Carol Davenport

Professor of STEM Engagement, Northumbria University

Antonio Portas

Assistant Professor, Northumbria University

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Inclusion and Diversity including SEND, Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning, Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16

13:35 GMT

Teaching about ‘AI in real-world science’ in the science classroom

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

AI technology is changing the fabric of scientific knowledge building. In biology, for example, AlphaFold predicts the structure of proteins and other biomolecules, changing how drugs are developed and diseases are studied. In medicine, AI-powered image generation is changing medical diagnostics. In chemistry, AI tools are automating and accelerating organic chemistry and material...
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Speakers

Jane Waite

Senior Research Scientist, Raspberry Pi Foundation

Ben Garside

Senior Learning Manager, Raspberry Pi Foundation

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, Researchers, International, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, FE/Skills, Advisors/Consultants, Initial Teacher Educators

13:35 GMT

Technicians TBC

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH345 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH345 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Technicians

Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians

13:35 GMT

Technicians: Science practicals as careers

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH347 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Students often ask, "When will we ever use this or how is this ever used in real life?"
In this session, we will look at different activities that can be used in lessons or as STEM club activities and how they can be related to careers in the real world.

By doing this we may be able to inspire future STEM enthusiasts.

Speakers

Rachael Bailey

Chair of ASE Technicians Committe / Senior Science Technician, The Orme Academy

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH347 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Technicians

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians

13:35 GMT

Technicians: Working with glass

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:40 GMT

CH208 (Creative Hub Level 2)

Come along and have a go and making some simple glass items to gain confidence when heating and bending glass. You can keep everything you make, options will include delivery tubes, stirring rods, glass spreaders and U bend tubes amongst others. If you have a glass cutter in your department – bring it with you!

Speakers

Tracy Sherwood-Farnfield

Senior Science Technician, The School of Science and Technology

Friday January 8, 2027 13:35 - 14:40 GMT
CH208 (Creative Hub Level 2)

Technicians

Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians

13:45 GMT

(Pearson) ECT's & Secondary educators' lunch

Friday January 8, 2027 13:45 - 14:30 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Pearson is delighted to offer a catered lunchtime networking opportunity to all Early Career Teachers and Trainees, as well as secondary teachers.

Come along and talk to us about what we can offer and how we can support you in your school.

Speakers

Shauna O'Brien

Head of Science, Pearson

Tosin Oliyide

Senior Qualifications Manager - Science, Pearson

Poppy Pan

Lead Specialist - Science, Pearson

Sponsors

Pearson

At Pearson, we create meaningful learning experiences for people of all ages. Our mission? To help students, educators, and businesses make progress toward their personal and professional goals. Explore learning for every stage of life with Pearson.

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Friday January 8, 2027 13:45 - 14:30 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Other
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Early Career Teachers, Post-16, Trainee Teachers

14:45 GMT

Engaging young people in science through animal behaviour

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Animal behaviour is an inherently fascinating subject that helps students make sense of the natural world — and of themselves. From communication and courtship to cooperation, learning and survival, students instinctively connect their own experiences with the behaviour of other animals, whether wild or domestic. As Education Officer for The Association for the Study of Animal Behaviour and an...
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Speakers

Charlotte Evans

Education Officer, Association for the study of animal behaviour

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers

14:45 GMT

Building fluency in organic mechanisms (White Rose Education)

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This session explores how a mechanistic approach can improve the teaching of organic chemistry at post-16, helping students move beyond surface memorisation to genuine understanding. Drawing on evidence from examiners’ reports and common errors seen in student work, we will examine why students often struggle with mechanisms and how a more structured, language-rich approach can overcome these...
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Speakers

David Fairclough

Secondary Science Specialist, White Rose Education

Sponsors

White Rose Education

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type Post-16, Trainee Teachers, Early Career Teachers

14:45 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

14:45 GMT

Tale of two stems - growing and genotyping anthocyaninless brassicas (Part 1) (MiniOne Systems)

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

CH314 (Creative Hub Level 3)

PLEASE NOTE THIS SESSION HAS A MAXIMUM CAPACITY OF 24 - on a first-come, first-served basis on the day (Sched is not used for pre-booking.)Plants are one of the most versatile and accessible model systems in science education — bridging the gap between the macro world students can see and the molecular world that drives it. Anthocyanins, the powerful antioxidants behind the rich colours of...
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Speakers

Erika Fong

Director, MiniOne Systems

Sponsors

MiniOne Systems (Embitec)

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
CH314 (Creative Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Technicians

14:45 GMT

Teaching climate change through biodiversity and ecosystems

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Climate change education is becoming increasingly important within secondary science education. However, biodiversity, ecosystems, and climate change are often taught separately, limiting opportunities for students to develop connected understanding of environmental issues and sustainability challenges.This session introduces an integrated curriculum framework developed to support the teaching of...
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Speakers

Mardhiah Hanum Omar

PhD Researcher, University of Leeds

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, International

14:45 GMT

Is science for everyone? Tackling unconscious bias in primary schools.

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Many children do not think that science is relevant or important to their lives, now or in the future. Research shows that children are already being influenced by gender-based beliefs at 7 years old or even earlier and have made up their minds before the age of 11 that science is not for them. Teachers can play a key role in challenging these views before they become too entrenched. The Science 4...
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Speakers

Francesca Gale

Head of Science Engagement and Enrichment, Welcome Connecting Science

Alex Farrer

PSQM Development Lead, Primary Science Quality Mark

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Inclusion and Diversity including SEND
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 5-7, 7-11, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants, Teacher Developers

14:45 GMT

Making Primary Science Meaningful

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session explores how to make primary science teaching engaging and relevant by connecting new learning to prior knowledge and building progression across key stages. It considers the importance of purposeful practical work, where activities have a clear learning focus and are explicitly linked to scientific concepts. The session also explores how meaningful primary science can be hands-on,...
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Speakers

Nicky Waller

Advisory Teacher for Primary Science, University of York

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11

14:45 GMT

(OCR) Improving accessibility of assessment in the classroom

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

The session will follow our own involvement in understanding accessibility and improvements in accessibility in formal assessments for Cambridge OCR. During 2026 Mike Jackson was on a panel for SecEd to speak about accessibility which builds on conversations within the organisation as well as learning from teachers who have fed back from both summative assessments and practical endorsement...
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Speakers

Andri Achilleos

Biology Subject Advisor, OCR

Andri Achilleos was a teacher for ten years before joining OCR in January 2019 as the subject advisor for A Level Biology. She studied Biology at University of Bristol and completed an MA in Science Education at University of York. She has taught in Birmingham as Teacher in charge... Read More →

Mike Jackson

Physics Subject Advisor, Cambridge OCR

Subject Advisor for Physics (and science at GCSE) for Cambridge OCR. I'm passionate about inclusion, access to education (including first generation to Higher Education) and sustainability and environment. Life long motorsport fan and Trekkie who loves being in the great outdoors... Read More →

Sponsors

Cambridge OCR

We are a leading not-for-profit UK Exam Board. As part of Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a department of the University of Cambridge, we have access to unrivalled expertise and research capacity across assessment and examinations.

We provide qualifications which engage people of all ages and abilities at school, college, in work or through part-time learning programmes. Our general and vocational qualifications equip students with the knowledge and skills they need for their future, helping them achieve their

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Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Inclusion and Diversity including SEND, Assessment
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16

14:45 GMT

Education system building

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Central aims for the session: (a) to support participants in understanding what constitutes educational system building and (b) how to categorise and evaluate their own leadership efforts to identify key areas of focus for continuous improvement. Education system building is an empirically evidenced approach to educational improvement. System building involves teachers and school leaders...
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Speakers

Emily Seeber

Head of Science, Lord Wandsworth College

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Leadership, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants, Researchers

14:45 GMT

Talking Science: who needs teachers anymore? Teaching science in the age of AI (SEPA)

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

This year's Talking Science explores the evolving role of teachers in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. As AI transforms how young people learn, communicate and access knowledge, what does this mean for the future of science teaching? The session will consider both the opportunities and challenges facing science educators in supporting young people to become scientifically...
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Speakers

Victoria Hedlund

AI bias researcher, consultant and founder, Gen Ed Labs

Miles Berry

Professor of Computing Education, University of Roehampton

Marianne Cutler

Director of Curriculum Innovation, Association for Science Education

Sponsors

SEPA

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, International, Post-16, Teacher Developers, Trainee Teachers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

14:45 GMT

Technicians: Less is more: the benefits of a microscale approach

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH347 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

This session will highlight the vast multitude of benefits felt by staff and students when employing a microscale approach to practical work.

There will be hands-on opportunities to try out some microscale favourites plus hints and tips for where to start with the set up if you’re new to microscale and how to convince your teaching staff to make the switch!

Speakers

Becky Daniels RSciTech

Science Technician, St Peter's CofE Academy

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH347 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Technicians

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians

14:45 GMT

Technicians: When enthusiam meets zero time

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH345 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Join us for a practical and hands-on session where we’ll provide support to run a fresh new science club or transition activity where we do the hard work for you. We’ll share quick ideas and free resources that you can use immediately and will take the strain of ideas and time. We’ll identify time saving strategies, budget busting ideas and filling your science cup up again!Perfect for...
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Speakers

Jo Montgomery CSciTeach

Primary Science Education Consultant, Dr Jo Science Solutions

Paul Tyler

Director, My science Club

Friday January 8, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH345 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Technicians

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians, 11-14
Social media handle(s) @DrJoScience

16:10 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

16:10 GMT

ECTS, techs and teachers working together

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH347 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Join the past Chair of the ASE's National Technician Committee and the past ASE Chair of the Association, for insights into school science technicians and teachers including trainees, NQTs and RQTs working together - how they collaborate to optimise best working practices!

Speakers

Jane Oldham RSciTech

Lead Science Technician and Outgoing Chair of ASE, De Ferrers Academy and Association for Science Education

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH347 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, 11-14, 14-16

16:10 GMT

Frontier Science: What we learn(ed) from rainbows

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Unexpectedly, many concepts and practices central to our physics today, that students and educators could find interesting, originated in the study of rainbows.

Speakers

Michael Berry

Emeritus Professor of Physics, University of Bristol

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Frontier Science
Key Stage / Audience Type 14-16, Post-16, International, Initial Teacher Educators, Trainee Teachers, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Teacher Developers

16:10 GMT

Integrated instructions and microscale practical work

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Effective practical work can be challenging for students for many reasons, not least the overload on their working memory. Students’ understanding of the chemical concepts underlying a practical observation or measurement relies on them cognitively attending to a wide range of matters: their theoretical understanding of the world, new and recalled skills and knowledge, instruction in written and...
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Speakers

Bob Worley

Part Time Advisor, CLEAPSS

Bob Worley FRSC MSc was the 2021 winner of the Royal Society of Chemistry Prize for Excellence in Secondary Education. He taught for 20 years and afterwards became the Senior Advisor at CLEAPSS dealing with school chemistry laboratory safety, from which he pioneered microscale chemistry... Read More →

David Paterson

Assistant Head Teacher, Aldenham School

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, Teacher Developers, 14-16, Post-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Advisors/Consultants

16:10 GMT

Preparing for participation: Lesson prep and high participation strategies

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

During the session, we will: * Explain what we mean by lesson preparation, and some key strategies that secure high participation in lessons (including Call and Response, Turn and Talk, mini-whiteboards)* Share our experiences embedding these in our own practice, and in establishing these across departments and schools* Facilitate discussion on how these practices might be applied in attendee's...
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Speakers

Deb Barnett

Director of Science, Co-op Academies Trust

Laura Dufty

Head of Science, Co-op Academies Trust

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16

16:10 GMT

Tale of two stems - growing and genotyping anthocyaninless brassicas (Part 2) (MiniOne Systems)

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

CH314 (Creative Hub Level 3)

PLEASE NOTE THIS SESSION HAS A MAXIMUM CAPACITY OF 24 - on a first-come, first-served basis on the day (Sched is not used for pre-booking.)Plants are an ideal model system to teach macro and molecular levels of biology. Anthrocyanins are powerful antioxidants found in many of our favourite produce, including grapes, blueberries and purple cabbage. In this second session, the molecular...
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Speakers

Erika Fong

Director, MiniOne Systems

Sponsors

MiniOne Systems (Embitec)

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
CH314 (Creative Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Technicians

16:10 GMT

(CLEAPSS) Promoting oracy through practical science

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This hands-on workshop will feature two CLEAPSS primary practical activities, which offer opportunities to practise oracy skills. Through active participation attendees will start to appreciate how a range of strategies to support oracy can be incorporated into these and other practical activities.All our activities use easily accessible resources and are developed with teachers and trialled in...
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Speakers

Helen Spring CSciTeach

Primary Science and Outdoor Learning Consultant, Spring Learning

I am a Primary Science and Outdoor Learning Consultant for Spring Learning and a Primary Consultant for CLEAPSS, as well as the author of 'Teaching Primary Science Outdoors'. I am the co-chair of the ASE's Primary Science Committee, a Primary Science Quality Mark hub leader and... Read More →

Kathryn Horan CSciTeach

Primary Consultant, CLEAPSS

I am a Primary Consultant at CLEAPSS. CLEAPSS are the practical work people, promoting safe and effective practical work in schools and colleges that are teaching pupils from reception (age 4-5) up to age 18.

In addition to my work as a Primary Consultant for CLEAPSS, I am also a PSQM Professional Development Partner, a Lead Facilitator for STEM Learning, and chair of the ASE Yorkshire Regional Committee. In my role as an independent consultant and author, I have worked with a wide ran... Read More →

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers
Social media handle(s) @cleapss_primary

16:10 GMT

Teacher confidence: The key missing link in primary science improvement

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Teacher confidence is frequently discussed in primary science, yet it is rarely treated as a strategic priority within school improvement planning or within the support structures offered by organisations working alongside schools. This session explores the argument that meaningful and sustained improvements in primary science cannot happen without intentional investment in teacher...
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Speakers

Becki Price

Science consultant and teacher, The Willows Primary School

Chris Wemyss

Teacher and Subject Leader, Gladstone Primary School

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Recruitment Retention and Wellbeing
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Teacher Developers

16:10 GMT

Two-eyed seeing: Indigenous and local knowledges in primary science

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Every child deserves to see themselves and their cultures reflected in science. This interactive session offers a practical framework for doing that, without adding pressure to an already full curriculum. We'll introduce "two-eyed seeing" and share six dimensions of holistic science learning, then move quickly into short hands-on tasks. You'll sit briefly in a yarning-circle-inspired opener, try a...
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Speakers

Andy Markwick

Lecturer in Primary Science Education, University College London

Amy Strachan

PPrimary Science Lecturer and STEM consultant, University College London

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Primary

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues, Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type International, 5-7, 7-11

16:10 GMT

Food, cooking and STEM "Science on Stage" Booklets

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH229 (Learning Hub Level 2)

A selection of experiments both demonstrated and trialled from the six recent freely downloadable Science on Stage booklets. Experiments suitable for all ages covering a wide range of topics but each easily accessible in school and home these will open many opportunities. We will demonstrate some uses of household items and offer participants an opportunity to try themselves. The booklets also...
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Speakers

David Featonby

European Deputy Chair of Executive Board / Retired Teacher, Science on Stage

Ruth Oliveira

Science Coordinator at Portuguese School / Science on Stage Ambassador, Nobel Algarve British International School

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH229 (Learning Hub Level 2)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers

16:10 GMT

Panel: Planning and upskilling CPD for curriculum reform

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

This panel brings together CPD, curriculum and science leaders to share how they are approaching the challenge of preparing themselves and their colleagues for the new Programme of Study. Hear how schools are identifying professional learning needs, developing subject knowledge and pedagogical expertise, and planning CPD to build staff confidence and capacity ahead of implementation.The panel will...
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Speakers

Marianne Cutler

Director of Curriculum Innovation, Association for Science Education

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Curriculum Change in England, Leadership
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Teacher Developers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

16:10 GMT

The silent teacher: How classroom design co-creates science learning

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

You may know the idea of the Third Teacher: the Reggio Emilia principle that the physical environment is as formative as any instructor. What might this mean for your science classroom?This interactive workshop explores how conscious spatial design — layout, naturalness, stimulation, and pupil-controlled affordances — can deepen engagement, support scientific thinking, and strengthen...
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Speakers

Milán Zoltán Páczai

Secondary Science Teacher & Researcher, Alec Reed Academy

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH344 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Research, Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, FE/Skills, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants, Researchers

16:10 GMT

Technicians: Make and take hands-on workshop

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT

LH346 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Come and get hands-on with some fun activities and ideas perfect for use in lessons and science clubs.

Activities may include making a doppler ball, handy material test kit, LED torch, pinhole camera, chromatography trolls and more and browse an array of ideas and worksheets to print out at home.

Please drop in and join us!

Speakers

Sarah James

Science Technician, Fairfax Multi Academy Trust

Friday January 8, 2027 16:10 - 17:05 GMT
LH346 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Technicians

Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians

17:10 GMT

Meet the ASE 11-19 Committee

Friday January 8, 2027 17:10 - 17:30 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

If you are a secondary teacher or science education consultant, come along to the "Meet the 11 to 19 Committee" session at the end of Friday of Annual Conference 2027.Got a question? Ever wondered about what goes on behind the scenes? Ever thought about getting involved in Committee activities? Are you wanting to know more about Professional Registration or writing an article for one of the ASE...
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Speakers

Rebecca McCready

Chair of ASE 11 to 19 Committee, Duke's Secondary school, SE Northumberland

Friday January 8, 2027 17:10 - 17:30 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Curriculum (General), Leadership, Recruitment Retention and Wellbeing, Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Teacher Developers, Trainee Teachers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

17:10 GMT

Meet the ASE Primary Committee

Friday January 8, 2027 17:10 - 17:30 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

If you are a primary science educator, come along to the "Meet the Primary Committee" session at the end of Friday of Annual Conference 2027.Got a question? Ever wondered about what goes on behind the scenes? Ever thought about getting involved in Committee activities? Are you wanting to know more about Professional Registration or writing an article in Primary Science or one of the ASE...
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Speakers

Angharad Pass

Primary Science Specialist Education Consultant

The Padlet for the Teachmeet is here: https://padlet.com/saraheamesscienceleader/ase-conf-saturday-10th-january-2026-primary-science-teach-me-ruozfsim8u6eq9lz

Friday January 8, 2027 17:10 - 17:30 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Curriculum (General), Leadership, Recruitment Retention and Wellbeing, Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Teacher Developers, Trainee Teachers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

17:10 GMT

Meet the ASE Technicians Committee

Friday January 8, 2027 17:10 - 17:30 GMT

LH346 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

If you are a science technician, come along to the "Meet the Technicians Committee" session at the end of Friday of Annual Conference 2027.Got a question? Ever wondered about what goes on behind the scenes? Ever thought about getting involved in Committee activities? Are you wanting to know more about Professional Registration or writing an article for one of the ASE journals or webpages, or...
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Speakers

Rachael Bailey

Chair of ASE Technicians Committe / Senior Science Technician, The Orme Academy

Becky Daniels RSciTech

Science Technician, St Peter's CofE Academy

Friday January 8, 2027 17:10 - 17:30 GMT
LH346 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Technicians

Theme Curriculum (General), Inclusion and Diversity including SEND, Leadership, Practical work including beyond the classroom, Recruitment Retention and Wellbeing, Sustainability climate change and environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type Technicians
Social media handle(s) @theASE

19:00 GMT

ASE's Curry & Quiz

Friday January 8, 2027 19:00 - 22:00 GMT

Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

Come along to ASE's Friday Curry and quiz night Social from 19:00 (ticket entry only, available on Eventbrite) for a great evening of fun with good food and company. There will be a pay as you go bar too (open until 22:00), with a lovely relaxed atmosphere for everyone to meet up with colleagues, talk about the day and plan for Saturday at Annual Conference 2027. Book early...
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Speakers

Claire Seeley (MA CSciTeach)

Primary Science Education Consultant / Co-Chair of the ASE

Emily Perry

Professor of Education, Manchester Metropolitan University

Alex Sinclair

Associate Professor; Primary Science Course Lead; Ex Co-Chair of ASE (23/24), St Mary's University, Twickenham

Natasha Serret

Associate Professor of Science Education, Nottingham Trent University

Lynn Ladbrook

Chief Executive, Association for Science Education

Friday January 8, 2027 19:00 - 22:00 GMT
Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

08:45 GMT

CLEAPSS Hands-on workshop drop-in

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

08:45 GMT

Interrogating PISA datasets with an interactive dashboard

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

The project has taken a design research approach to explore how to facilitate and support statistically appropriate use of secondary data from International Large-Scale Assessments (ILSAs) by a range of stakeholders. The breadth of the publicly available PISA datasets affords opportunities for school leaders, researchers and policy makers to examine variables beyond attainment data,...
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Speakers

Judith Hillier

Associate Professor of Science Education, University of Oxford

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Assessment
Key Stage / Audience Type Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants, 14-16, International, Researchers

08:45 GMT

The neuroscience of science lessons

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Science lessons often ask pupils to process abstract ideas, unfamiliar vocabulary, diagrams, models and practical observations all at once. This session explores how teachers can use selected ideas from cognitive science and neuroscience-informed research to make that complexity more manageable without oversimplifying the science.The session will focus on three classroom applications: using dual...
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Speakers

Jessica Wood

Head of Subject, Ark Curriculum Plus

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type Researchers, 11-14, 14-16, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants

08:45 GMT

Energise your science teaching: enquiry, sustainability and real-world contexts

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

How can we teach primary science in ways that are both rigorous and genuinely meaningful?This interactive session explores how cross-curricular topics such as energy, climate, and sustainability can be taught through enquiry-driven, real-world contexts. Grounded in the primary science curriculum, it demonstrates how linking to geographical understanding—such as rocks and soils, water systems,...
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Speakers

Jo Montgomery CSciTeach

Primary Science Education Consultant, Dr Jo Science Solutions

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Curriculum (General), Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Sustainability climate change and environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11
Social media handle(s) @DrJoScience

08:45 GMT

Making primary physics matter

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Physics in primary classrooms can sometimes feel difficult to teach confidently. Children often arrive with strong existing ideas about forces, light, sound or electricity, while practical activities can easily become focused on “doing” rather than understanding. This workshop explores simple, evidence-informed approaches that help teachers make physics teaching clearer, more purposeful and...
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Speakers

Amanda Poole

Teaching and Learning Coach, Primary Partnerships, Ogden Trust

Amanda Poole is a specialist in primary science education and Chartered Science Teacher. As a physicist, she began her career as a secondary advanced skills teacher in Coventry and after holding a range of senior leadership roles in secondary education she moved into the field of... Read More →

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11

08:45 GMT

Science enrichment – curiosity beyond the curriculum

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Join us for a thought provoking and hands-on session where we’ll provide stimulus to consider your curriculum enrichment provision, barriers and solutions to equity of opportunity for allWe’ll share reflective tools, identify local and national enrichment opportunities and resources to make the connection between core curriculum content and nurturing curiosity of your learners.This session is...
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Speakers

Bryony Turford

Primary Science Professional Development Leader, Primary Science Geeks

Becki Price

Science consultant and teacher, The Willows Primary School

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Curriculum Change in England
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11

08:45 GMT

Frontier Science: How the physical sciences can empower biology - applications of single molecule fluorescence to the biosciences

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

The capability to image single molecules has revolutionised biology. I will explain how these methods work and how we are currently applying them to study the molecular basis of neurodegenerative disease. Lastly I will describe how our early single molecule work on DNA polymerase led to the development of next generation DNA sequencing, now widely used, and the lessons that can be learnt...
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Speakers

Sir David Klenerman

University of Cambridge

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Frontier Science
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, International, Post-16, Researchers, Teacher Developers, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

08:45 GMT

I just went blank: the biology and psychology of exam anxiety

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Crucially, biology and psychology feed each other. Cortisol impairs working memory, which worsens worry, which keeps the amygdala firing, which sustains the stress response. The loop runs until something interrupts it, which is why both physiological strategies (controlled breathing) and cognitive ones (reappraising arousal as challenge, not threat) work.By the end, participants will:>...
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Speakers

Amanda Clegg

Science and Leadership Consultant, AKC Educational Consultancy

Karen Collins

Educational Consultant, Apogee Education, Learning and Development

@kcoscience

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Assessment
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, 14-16, 11-14, Post-16, Teacher Developers

08:45 GMT

Research Meet (1)

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT

LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Research provides a means for exploring teaching and learning in classrooms and other contexts, with some studies suggesting new ways of working. Every year many science education Masters, PhD and EdD students develop an expertise in a specific area of science education which can provide useful insights into how science works in the classroom. Come along to this session to hear a range of findings...
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Speakers

Alastair Gittner

Teacher and Chair of ASE Research Committee, Hallam Teaching School Alliance

Saturday January 9, 2027 08:45 - 09:40 GMT
LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Research
Key Stage / Audience Type Researchers, 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, FE/Skills, Post-16, Teacher Developers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Early Career Teachers

09:55 GMT

(OUP) The magic of storytelling in the diverse physics curriculum

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Storytelling has always been a powerful way to share knowledge, shape understanding, and engage curiosity — but its role in the physics classroom is often overlooked. In this session, we will explore how narratives can transform the way students experience physics, making it more engaging, memorable, and authentically inclusive.The session begins by unpacking the concept of a curriculum...
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Speakers

Jonathan Lansley-Gordon

Co-Founder, Blackett Lab family

Sponsors

Oxford University Press

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Inclusion and Diversity including SEND
Key Stage / Audience Type Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, 11-14, Initial Teacher Educators

09:55 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

09:55 GMT

Photosynthesis & respiration – place in science curriculum - misconceptions

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Photosynthesis and respiration are the chemical reactions that enable solar energy to fuel life on this planet. Photosynthesis is also where almost all living substances start their life. • The energy pathway from solar to respiration underpins life on earth • It helps students understand the origin of fossil fuels and our climate concerns • It is made far too complex and complicated when...
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Speakers

Keith Ross

Science Teacher Developer, Science Issues

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Curriculum (General), Sustainability climate change and environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators

09:55 GMT

The genetics of sickle cell detection and therapy (MiniOne Systems)

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

CH314 (Creative Hub Level 3)

Join us on this hands-on workshop where we will unlock the secrets of Sickle Cell Disease.

We will explore the genetics of sickle cell disease and genetic testing.

Extend the narrative by becoming medical geneticists conducting newborn screenings for SCD to determine disease inheritance and susceptibility. We can wrap up with modern therapies now available for SCD.

Speakers

Erika Fong

Director, MiniOne Systems

Sponsors

MiniOne Systems (Embitec)

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
CH314 (Creative Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 14-16, Post-16, Technicians, FE/Skills

09:55 GMT

(CLEAPSS) Hands-on science for communication and language with very young learners

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Join us to explore new CLEAPSS practical science activities for 4 and 5 year-olds, and how they can be used to strengthen communication and language through purposeful, hands-on learning in Reception classrooms. Participants will engage with hands-on, developmentally appropriate activities for Reception, alongside strategies for developing scientific vocabulary and supporting early scientific...
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Speakers

Maria Pack

Primary Science Consultant, CLEAPSS

Kathryn Horan CSciTeach

Primary Consultant, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 0-4
Social media handle(s) @cleapss_primary

09:55 GMT

Improving primary science teaching in areas of high deprivation & challenge

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session will present the design, implementation, and findings of a three year research and improvement project focused on raising the quality of science teaching and learning in high deprivation settings.We worked with 32 primary schools to explore what improves science teaching — and what holds it back. You’ll hear how schools used science audits, teacher surveys, targeted CPD, and...
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Speakers

Kulvinder Johal

Regional Mentor for London and the S.E., Primary Science Teaching Trust

@kulvinderj

Sophie Franklin

Impact & Research Director, Primary Science Teaching Trust

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Other, Research, Leadership, Inclusion and Diversity including SEND
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, Researchers

09:55 GMT

What do I need to do to be ready for Curriculum 2028? A masterclass.

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Join us to unpick the headline changes and what is already working in your setting.This masterclass is aimed at primary subject and cross phase leaders, curriculum developers in schools MATS and trusts.You are encouraged to bring your current primary science long-term plan to reflect on what will be needed to be ready to teach this new curriculum in September 2028Leave feeling confident and with a...
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Speakers

Marianne Cutler

Director of Curriculum Innovation, Association for Science Education

Bryony Turford

Primary Science Professional Development Leader, Primary Science Geeks

Alex Sinclair

Associate Professor; Primary Science Course Lead; Ex Co-Chair of ASE (23/24), St Mary's University, Twickenham

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Primary

Theme Curriculum Change in England
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11
Social media handle(s) @theASE

09:55 GMT

Panel: Big Followings, Real Learning: A Q&A With Science Educators Who Reach Millions

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

We've all seen it: the student who can't focus for ten minutes in class will happily watch twenty or thirty science videos in a row on their phones. Online science education has grown into a high-quality, mainstream part of how young people learn, sitting alongside the classroom rather than at its edges, and the best creators are now among the most influential science educators in the country. So...
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Speakers

Stuart Naismith

Primary Teacher / Advisor, STEM with Mr N

I am Teacher of Innovation at Kelvinside Academy, a STEM educator and creator of STEM with Mr N, through which I have created hundreds of freely available STEM education videos and resources for teachers, children and families. Having spent most of my career as a primary classroom... Read More →

David Allen

Associate Professor Learning and Teaching / Outgoing Chair of the ASE 25/26, University of Hertfordshire & Creative Primary Science Education Consultancy

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, International, Post-16, Researchers, Teacher Developers, Trainee Teachers, Technicians
Social media handle(s) @theASE

09:55 GMT

Research Meet (2)

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Speakers

Alastair Gittner

Teacher and Chair of ASE Research Committee, Hallam Teaching School Alliance

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Research
Key Stage / Audience Type Researchers, 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, FE/Skills, Post-16, Teacher Developers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Early Career Teachers

09:55 GMT

Staying human in the science learning loop (AI Fairness)

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Is Generative AI fair for all science learners? The Department for Education names supporting personalised learning as a use case for generative AI in education, while warning that generative AI content can be inaccurate, biased or out of context. Science teachers carry responsibility for managing diversity, equity, inclusion and supporting identity formation in their classrooms. Generative AI is...
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Speakers

Victoria Hedlund

AI bias researcher, consultant and founder, Gen Ed Labs

Saturday January 9, 2027 09:55 - 10:50 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 0-4, 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, FE/Skills, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

10:50 GMT

Chair Chat

Saturday January 9, 2027 10:50 - 11:15 GMT

Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

Speakers

David Allen

Associate Professor Learning and Teaching / Outgoing Chair of the ASE 25/26, University of Hertfordshire & Creative Primary Science Education Consultancy

Claire Seeley (MA CSciTeach)

Primary Science Education Consultant / Co-Chair of the ASE

Emily Perry

Professor of Education, Manchester Metropolitan University

Natasha Serret

Associate Professor of Science Education, Nottingham Trent University

Saturday January 9, 2027 10:50 - 11:15 GMT
Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Assessment, Curriculum (General), Curriculum Change in England, Inclusion and Diversity including SEND, Leadership, Practical work including beyond the classroom, Recruitment Retention and Wellbeing, Research, Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Sustainability climate c
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, International, Post-16, Researchers, Teacher Developers, Technicians, Trainee Teachers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

11:15 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

11:15 GMT

From recruitment to retention - supporting international physics teachers in England

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This session focuses on the latest findings and recommendations from ASE’s International Science Teachers project, supported by the Gatsby Foundation

Speakers

Marianne Cutler

Director of Curriculum Innovation, Association for Science Education

Rob Butler

Registrar, Association for Science Education

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Research, Recruitment Retention and Wellbeing
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, International, Researchers, Advisors/Consultants, Initial Teacher Educators, Teacher Developers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

11:15 GMT

Life finds a way: Teaching evolutionary processes via experimental evolution

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Evolution is the most important concept in biology, yet it is often taught as an abstract topic with limited opportunities for practical investigation. Misconceptions surrounding evolution and natural selection remain common amongst students and the wider public, while teachers can face challenges relating to subject confidence, curriculum time, resourcing and practical accessibility. This...
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Speakers

Elizabeth Morillo-Hall

PhD Researcher, University of Bath

I am a science educator, evolution enthusiast and PhD researcher at the Centre for Evolution, University of Bath. I’m researching how we can teach evolution better, making it practical, accessible and a golden thread running throughout biology rather than something we wheel out... Read More →

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 14-16, Researchers

11:15 GMT

Making practical science memorable: A cognitive-science informed approach

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session aims to help science teachers and leaders to:> understand how the model of memory can inform decisions about practical science teaching;> recognise when practical work may overload working memory, limiting learning;> evaluate the strengths and limitations of different approaches to practical work;? apply evidence-informed principles to design practical lessons that maximise...
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Speakers

Euan Douglas

Assistant Head Teacher, St George's Catholic College

I am an Senior Assistant Headteacher responsible for Teaching & Learning and the curriculum at Saint George Catholic College, an Outstanding comprehensive school in Southampton. My involvement with the ASE includes being a member of both my regional committee and previously the 11-19... Read More →

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants

11:15 GMT

Developing authentic enquiry in primary science (White Rose Education)

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

This session explores how inquiry-based learning (IBL) in primary science can move beyond procedural or “pseudo” inquiry towards authentic inquiry where children genuinely hold epistemic authority within the classroom.Drawing on an ongoing PhD study at the University of Cambridge Faculty of Education alongside practical classroom implementation using White Rose Science resources, the session...
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Speakers

Daniel Kechoud

Year 4 Teacher, Science Lead and PhD Candidate, Wolf Fields Primary School / University of Cambridge

Dan Breeze

Head of Primary Science, White Rose Education

Sponsors

White Rose Education

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Primary

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, Researchers, Teacher Developers

11:15 GMT

Teaching primary science outdoors

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This practical workshop will support teachers in taking their primary science lessons outdoors. • To consider which lesson objectives should be taught outdoors, and which lesson objectives could be taught outdoors• To plan purposeful practical activities• To explore opportunities for assessment and recording outdoorsHelen Spring CSciTeach is a Primary Science and Outdoor Learning...
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Speakers

Helen Spring CSciTeach

Primary Science and Outdoor Learning Consultant, Spring Learning

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Trainee Teachers

11:15 GMT

Using research on children's misconceptions to develop primary science

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session explores why evidence-based approaches are essential for creating high-quality primary science lessons that are effective and meaningful for all learners. It introduces research-informed approaches such as Best Evidence Science Teaching (BEST) for primary-aged children, demonstrating how evidence can be translated into practical strategies to diagnose misconceptions, sequence learning...
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Speakers

Nicky Waller

Advisory Teacher for Primary Science, University of York

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Assessment
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers
Social media handle(s) @CentreForIndustryCollaboration

11:15 GMT

Keynote: Authentic scientific inquiry in school science: Learning from the history and philosophy of science

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

Inquiry-based learning is difficult to put into practice when we are teaching scientific content that is well-known and indisputable. If teachers already have the correct answers, why should students bother trying to find them out for themselves? Drawing from the history of science can help us find interesting questions that today’s mainstream science does not address and does not have ready...
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Speakers

Hasok Chang

Professor, Dept of History and Philosophy of Science, University of Cambridge

Hasok Chang is the Hans Rausing Professor of History and Philosophy of Science at the University of Cambridge. He received his degrees from Caltech and Stanford, and has taught at University College London.

He is the author of Inventing Temperature: Measurement and Scientific Pro... Read More →

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type International, Teacher Developers, Researchers, 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, FE/Skills, Post-16, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

11:15 GMT

Place-based STEM education: Heritage, careers and curriculum

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This session will begin with an introduction to the Operation Spitfire 4 Schools project as a case study of place-based learning. The curriculum aims to increase engagement with STEM careers and increase civic pride within Stoke-On-Trent and Staffordshire. Each lesson is linked to a career in the past within Stoke-On-Trent and Staffordshire and a career opportunity that exists now within...
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Speakers

Emma McNeil

Curriculum Development Officer, Operation Spitfire 4 Schools

Emma McNeil is a Primary School Teacher, STEM specialist and heads up the education program for Operation Spitfire 4 Schools. She has developed the OS4S curriculum whilst working in a post at The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery which is funded by Operation Spitfire. Previously she... Read More →

Jo Malone

Senior Advisor, Operation Spitfire 4 Schools

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Inclusion and Diversity including SEND
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, 11-14

11:15 GMT

Using AI effectively to reduce workload - A realistic perspective

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This interactive workshop will give you a grounded, practical exploration of how AI can support workload reduction without creating additional stress, unrealistic expectations, or dependence on technology.You will explore real examples of where AI can save time, including planning support, summarising information, drafting routine communications, adapting content for different audiences,...
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Speakers

Joanna Pellereau

PGCE Course Science Lead, Warwick University Centre for Teacher Education

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 12:10 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning, Research, Recruitment Retention and Wellbeing
Key Stage / Audience Type Researchers, Teacher Developers, 0-4, 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, FE/Skills, Technicians, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants

11:15 GMT

Hackathon on teaching climate change better

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 13:10 GMT

Creative Hub Atrium Level 1

Join fellow teachers to spark ideas, share challenges and solutions, and develop new classroom resources. Come along with your enthusiasm and experience – no resources necessary!This fast-paced, hands-on session is designed to strengthen primary and secondary climate change teaching.Delegates will work in small groups so that by the end of the Hackathon, you will have:designed engaging ways to...
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Speakers

Ed Walsh

Science Education Consultant, Ed Walsh Consulting

Martin Reece

Science Education Consultant

Sylvia Knight

Head of Education, Royal Meteorological society

Rebecca McCready

Chair of ASE 11 to 19 Committee, Duke's Secondary school, SE Northumberland

Saturday January 9, 2027 11:15 - 13:10 GMT
Creative Hub Atrium Level 1

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues

12:25 GMT

Beyond the formula: Teaching molar relationships using proportionality (White Rose Education)

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

This workshop challenges teachers to rethink how molar relationships are introduced and taught. Moving beyond the traditional reliance on formulae such as moles = mass ÷ Mr and moles = concentration × volume, it presents a more intuitive, proportional based approach aligned with mathematical reasoning.Participants will explore how teaching mole calculations through proportional relationships can...
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Speakers

David Fairclough

Secondary Science Specialist, White Rose Education

Sponsors

White Rose Education

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type Early Career Teachers, Teacher Developers, Trainee Teachers, 14-16

12:25 GMT

CLEAPSS hands-on workshop drop-in

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

A chance to gets hands-on, and try out some of the latest CLEAPSS practicals.

Pop in, ask a question, chat with the CLEAPSS advisors!

For queries, please email [email protected]

Speakers

Matt Endean

Deputy Director, CLEAPSS

Sponsors

CLEAPSS

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH017 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers

12:25 GMT

What do I need to do to be ready for chemistry curriculum 2028?

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Join the team working with the Department for Education to develop the reformed Science Programmes of Study in England and GCSEs subject content as we outline the priorities and evidence underpinning the drafting process. This session focuses on Chemistry KS3 and KS4 plus transition from KS2 and KS1.Please note the other sessions in the conference programme, on KS1 and KS2, and on biology and...
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Speakers

Marianne Cutler

Director of Curriculum Innovation, Association for Science Education

Laura Daly

Programme Manager, Education Policy, Royal Society of Chemistry

Sponsors

SEPA

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Curriculum Change in England, Leadership
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16
Social media handle(s) @theASE

12:25 GMT

Decolonising primary science: examples, research and next steps

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

The aim of this session is to support teachers in applying a decolonial lens to their primary science teaching practice. It will encourage participants to explore parallel ways of knowing and to acknowledge how colonial legacies continue to shape our current education systems. We will demonstrate how to link historical and indigenous epistemologies to Western understanding and applications of...
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Speakers

Danielle Oudomvilay

Classroom Teacher and Science Subject Lead, Bevington Primary School

Alex Sinclair

Associate Professor; Primary Science Course Lead; Ex Co-Chair of ASE (23/24), St Mary's University, Twickenham

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Inclusion and Diversity including SEND
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

12:25 GMT

Primary networking lunch space

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

This venue has been made available for primary science educators to get together and network during their scheduled lunch break.

Pop-up make and take will take place in the same space in the session following lunch at 13.35 - but it's a big room, so there's sufficient space and interest for both elements!

Grab your lunch and come along for some networking and informal chatting.

Speakers

Angharad Pass

Primary Science Specialist Education Consultant

The Padlet for the Teachmeet is here: https://padlet.com/saraheamesscienceleader/ase-conf-saturday-10th-january-2026-primary-science-teach-me-ruozfsim8u6eq9lz

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Primary

Theme Other
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 5-7, 7-11

12:25 GMT

Rich retrieval: consolidating and elaborating scientific concepts

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

We are proposing ‘Rich Retrieval’ as a teaching and learning strategy. Retrieval practice in primary science is often limited to the retrieval of discrete 'facts' using low-stakes quizzes. This may contribute to pupils having knowledge as lots of separate bits of information without understanding how they relate to each other. The retrieval of memories is ‘reconstructive’ - connections in...
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Speakers

Kendra McMahon

Professor in Science Education, The Curriculum Foundation & Bath Spa University

Kerry-Anne Barber

Senior Lecturer Primary PGCE, Bath Spa University

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, Researchers, Trainee Teachers

12:25 GMT

Frontier Science: Exploring Mars

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

I have explored Mars with the Curiosity Rover, orbiters and Martian meteorites.

This talks summarises how we have reached a new understanding about the evolution of Mars and its Habitable, ‘Warm and Wet’ ancient past, and how we plan to continue exploring Mars with new missions – robotic and human.

Speakers

John C Bridges SFHEA

Professor / Planetary Scientist, University of Leicester School of Physics and Astronomy

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Frontier Science
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 11-14, 14-16, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, International, Post-16, Researchers, Teacher Developers, Trainee Teachers, Technicians

12:25 GMT

Relax and unwind with 3 short films on nature

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

Join us to relax and unwind during lunchtime at the ASE Annual Conference. Enjoy three stunning short films showcasing fascinating wildlife and their ecosystems.‘The Caretakers’ is a journey into the weird, wonderful and truly astonishing lives of the small yet mighty creatures who keep the world turning – beetles. They have been successful for millions of years, but they’re in serious...
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Speakers

Marie Ann Reynell

Director of Development, Museo de Ciencias, Universidad de Navarra (Science Museum, University of Navarra)

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
Leathersellers Hide (Learning Hub Level 4)

12:25 GMT

Talking and thinking at Science on Stage: using simple stimuli and strategies to build a culture of rich scientific talk

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Are your students working in groups but not truly thinking together? In this session, we will explore how strategies such as purposeful oracy games can transform the quality of talk and argumentation in your science classroom. You will be introduced to a simple, repeatable structure that moves students beyond mere prediction to explaining their reasoning, observing with purpose, and...
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Speakers

Peter Munroe

Head of Chemistry, Uckfield College

Alex Black

Council Member, Lets Think Forum

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:20 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants, Trainee Teachers, Early Career Teachers

12:25 GMT

Future green engineering jobs in the KS3 curriculum.

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:30 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

The Office for National Statistics published estimates of green jobs in July 2025. 61% of these were STEM-based, especially in engineering and tech and only 3% were nature-based. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has estimated up to 725,000 new roles could be created in low-carbon sectors like renewable energy generation and electric vehicle manufacture. EngineeringUK has developed a...
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Speakers

Kim Biddulph

Head of Engagement Projects, Engineering UK

Michael Hardisty

Head of Environmental Sustainability, Engineering UK

Saturday January 9, 2027 12:25 - 13:30 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, Advisors/Consultants, Trainee Teachers, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

13:35 GMT

Educake X AQA: GCSE to A level transition

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Join AQA and Educake for a joint session exploring the challenges students face when transitioning from GCSE to A-level Science.AQA will share valuable data and insights from examiner reports, highlighting some of the common areas where students can struggle as they move from GCSE to A-level. The session will explore practical ways to prepare students for this transition, with ideas and support to...
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Speakers

Constance Young

Head of Editorial, Educake

Damien Gent

Subject Support - Science Lead, AQA

Sponsors

AQA

Educake

PROUD SPONSORS OF THE 11-19 PROGRAMME AT THE 2027 ASE ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Educake is an award-winning online assessment and revision platform for KS2, KS3 and GCSE. Educake can help you do more teaching, by saving you time on setting homework, marking and analysing results: specification-matched tests can be set in seconds. You get immediate insights into

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Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Curriculum (General)
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Post-16

13:35 GMT

Student agency to use AI tools when learning in science

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

AS students increasingly turn to tools like ChatGPT and Gemini, we introduce a student-agency framework to help learners use AI more critically rather than over-relying on it.

In this workshop computer science education researchers will work with science educators to begin adapting the agency framework for use in the science classroom.

Speakers

Veronica Cucuiat

Raspberry Pi Foundation

Jane Waite

Senior Research Scientist, Raspberry Pi Foundation

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

11-19

Theme Research, Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Researchers, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Advisors/Consultants, Initial Teacher Educators

13:35 GMT

Primary pop-up make and take

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Step into a hands-on marketplace of science educators sharing ideas, where every stall offers a quick, practical science enquiry you can build, trial, and take straight back to your classroom. From clever investigations using everyday materials to simple models that spark big thinking, each activity is designed to be low-cost, high-impact, and rooted in working scientifically. Dip in and out,...
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Speakers

Angharad Pass

Primary Science Specialist Education Consultant

The Padlet for the Teachmeet is here: https://padlet.com/saraheamesscienceleader/ase-conf-saturday-10th-january-2026-primary-science-teach-me-ruozfsim8u6eq9lz

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Primary

Theme Curriculum (General)
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 5-7, 7-11, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

13:35 GMT

Decolonising the science curriculum; using science to challenge racism

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

The session will give science educators across all phases insight into how science has been used in the past to promote racism, how it can now be used to undermine racism and how to include in curriculum topics the contributions of several black scientists. It will therefore support the aim of the curriculum and assessment review to empower teachers to illustrate the Science curriculum with...
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Speakers

Cathy Priest

Training Lead of the Youth and Schools Team, Faraday Institute for Science and Religion

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH321 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Inclusion and Diversity including SEND
Key Stage / Audience Type International, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Initial Teacher Educators

13:35 GMT

Sunsets, Shadows, and Seasons: Motions and Mathematics in the Sky

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Why do shadows change throughout the day? What causes the seasons? How can observations of the sky help students develop mathematical understanding?This interactive session uses astronomy and Earth-space science phenomena as a context for mathematical inquiry and STEM sensemaking. Participants will engage in practical demonstrations and hands-on activities related to shadows, seasonal change,...
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Speakers

Janet Stramel

Professor, Fort Hays State University, USA

www.linkedin.com/in/janet-stramel

Dean Stramel

Professor, Fort Hays State University, USA

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, 7-11, 11-14

13:35 GMT

The impact of policy on curriculum design: A Policy Group perspective

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

With the recent changes to the National Curriculum following the Curriculum and Assessment Review, schools and subject leads are under pressure to redevelop their local curricula. However, what sort of autonomy do we have over the curriculum that we produce and is it developed with the local context in mind. This session will provide some insights for teachers or subject leaders across any phase...
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Speakers

Helen Darlington

Co Chair of ASE Policy Group, South Wirral High School

Gareth Bates

Senior Lecturer in Education / Co-Chair of ASE Policy Group, Anglia Ruskin University

Marianne Cutler

Director of Curriculum Innovation, Association for Science Education

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Curriculum (General), Leadership
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants
Social media handle(s) @theASE

13:35 GMT

What if the next climate solution is in your classroom? Project Earth - empowering young people to build a better world.

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Young people have extraordinary ideas for tackling climate change and biodiversity loss. Too often, those ideas never get beyond the classroom. Project Earth is changing that.This talk explores how teachers can help young people move from learning science to using science to solve real problems — connecting their ideas with experts, opportunities and the support to take them further.Don't...
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Speakers

Becky Parker MBE

Director (Project Earth) / Physics Teacher / Visiting Professor (School of Physics and Astronomy), Queen Mary University of London

[email protected]
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/projectearthhq/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProjectEarthHQ
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/project-earth-global/
My LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/becky-parker424... Read More →

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 14:30 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, 7-11, Technicians, FE/Skills, Advisors/Consultants, Early Career Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators, Trainee Teachers, International

13:35 GMT

Yes you can!

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 15:40 GMT

CH314 (Creative Hub Level 3)

The ASE H&S Group is delighted to run a demonstration workshop for science teachers that shows a range of exciting and eye-catching practical activities, but often thought to be banned or restricted owing to the risks if the activities are carried out wrongly. These demonstrations are great for helping students understand science and get excited about it.This session will focus on how to undertake...
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Speakers

Peter Borrows

Member of ASE's H&S Group / Consultant / Former Director of CLEAPSS, Troye Scientific

Retired(ish) Director of CLEAPSS.

Member since 1966, and former Chair, of ASE Safety in Science Group (and its predecessors).

Author of 54 articles in Education in Chemistry between 1994 and 2012 on chemistry outdoors, two in School Science Review [(1984), The Pimlico chemistry trail, 66 (235), 221-233 and (2006), Chemistry outdoors, School , 87(320), 23-31] and chapters in two books [ (2004) Chemistry Tr... Read More →

Chris Lloyd

Head of Advisory Service / Member of ASE H&S Committee, SSERC

Ralph Whitcher

Chair of Health & Safety Committee, ASE

Saturday January 9, 2027 13:35 - 15:40 GMT
CH314 (Creative Hub Level 3)

11-19

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Early Career Teachers, Post-16, Trainee Teachers, Technicians
Social media handle(s) @theASE

14:45 GMT

(Pearson) Future-ready science: Connecting climate, media literacy and green pathways

Saturday January 9, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This workshop will bring together two urgent agendas in science education: helping students make sense of climate and media-based claims, and ensuring they can see clear, meaningful progression into green and vocational futures. It will explore how science curriculum and qualification design can better connect scientific knowledge, evidence evaluation, real-world relevance and future pathways....
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Speakers

Tosin Oliyide

Senior Qualifications Manager - Science, Pearson

Becky Thorne

Senior Qualifications Manager, Pearson

Saturday January 9, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH125 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues, Research
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Technicians, Trainee Teachers, Early Career Teachers, FE/Skills, Advisors/Consultants, Initial Teacher Educators, Researchers

14:45 GMT

Making the most of AI-generated science images in the primary classroom

Saturday January 9, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Generative AI produced images are quickly becoming part of how primary teachers prepare and run lessons, but how do we know if these images are scientifically sound? In this session we share findings from our research showing how generative AI can both reinforce known misconceptions and introduce new ones, particularly when teachers ‘personalise’ content for their pupils, which is a specified...
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Speakers

Helen Harden CSciTeach

Science Education Consultant (Secondary), Association for Science Education

Victoria Hedlund

AI bias researcher, consultant and founder, Gen Ed Labs

Saturday January 9, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Using AI and technologies in teaching and learning
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 5-7, 7-11, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Initial Teacher Educators

14:45 GMT

Pollinator conservation: A case for school gardens

Saturday January 9, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Gardens and other ecosystems depend on pollinators, including bees. As the number of bees and other insects are declining at alarming rates worldwide (e.g., The number of recorded flying insects in the UK fell by 62.5% between 2021 and 2024 [Ball et al., 2024]; Australia is losing up to three species of native insects and other terrestrial invertebrates to extinction every week [Woinarski et al.,...
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Speakers

Kathy Cabe Trundle

Professor and Researcher, Utah State University

Saturday January 9, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH322 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Primary

Theme Sustainability climate change and environmental issues, Research, Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type International, Researchers, 0-4, 5-7, 7-11

14:45 GMT

Using story probes to link primary science and literacy

Saturday January 9, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session draws on decades of research on formative assessment (including Paul Black and Dylan Wiliam’s work) focused on uncovering and using students’ ideas as the foundation for instruction. The approach has evolved through classroom practice that combines research on conceptual understanding, disciplinary literacy, and productive science discussion. Story probes were developed combine...
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Speakers

Page Keeley

Past President/NSTA Press Author, National Science Teaching Association

Page Keeley is an American science education consultant and author of over 25 books linking research to practice, including several award-winning books in the Uncovering Student Ideas in Science formative assessment series. She is a co-author, with Ed Walsh, of the UK publication, Understanding Children's Ideas in Science. She works with school districts, universities, and organizations throughout the U.S. and internationally to build capacity for understanding student thinking through assessment... Read More →

Ed Walsh

Science Education Consultant, Ed Walsh Consulting

Saturday January 9, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Assessment
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants

14:45 GMT

Curriculum Change in England for KS1 to KS4

Saturday January 9, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Join the team working with the Department for Education to develop the reformed Science Programmes of Study in England and GCSEs subject content as we outline the priorities and evidence underpinning the drafting process. This session focuses on KS3 and KS4 plus transition from KS2 and KS1.Please note the other sessions in the conference programme, on KS1 and KS2, and on biology, chemistry and...
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Speakers

Marianne Cutler

Director of Curriculum Innovation, Association for Science Education

Lauren McLeod

Head of Education Policy, Royal Society of Biology

Rachel Hartley

Pedagogy and Professional Practice Strategic Lead, Institute of Physics

Laura Daly

Programme Manager, Education Policy, Royal Society of Chemistry

Saturday January 9, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Curriculum Change in England, Leadership
Key Stage / Audience Type 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Advisors/Consultants, Initial Teacher Educators, Teacher Developers
Social media handle(s) @theASE

14:45 GMT

The best of Science on Stage 2026

Saturday January 9, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT

LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

The biennial Science on Stage Festival took place in Klaipeda, Lithuania in May 2026. The Science on Stage Festival brings together hundreds of teachers from across Europe and beyond to share and innovate strategies for teaching science at all levels, from early years through primary to secondary. In this session, members of the Science on Stage delegation which represented the UK at...
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Speakers

Stuart Farmer

Learning and Skills Manager, IOP and Perimeter Institute

Becky Parker MBE

Director (Project Earth) / Physics Teacher / Visiting Professor (School of Physics and Astronomy), Queen Mary University of London

Maren Kelly

Head of STEM, St Catherine's Prep School

Peter Munroe

Head of Chemistry, Uckfield College

Simon Poliakoff

Physics teacher and Lead Practitioner Teaching and Learning, The Priory School Hitchin

Over the last few years whilst working as a physics teacher Simon has created sets of ideas for teaching physics organised by topic area which are shared freely on a Creative Commons non-commercial licence via the www.teachphysics.org website. The aim has been to bring together practical... Read More →

Rose Edmondson

Teacher of science and geography, Falinge Park School

Alex Black

Council Member, Lets Think Forum

Saturday January 9, 2027 14:45 - 15:40 GMT
LH323 (Learning Hub Level 3)

Suitable for All key stages

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 0-4, 11-14, 14-16, 5-7, 7-11, Advisors/Consultants, FE/Skills, Initial Teacher Educators, International, Post-16, Early Career Teachers, Trainee Teachers, Teacher Developers, Researchers

15:55 GMT

Engaging practical ideas for teaching physics

Saturday January 9, 2027 15:55 - 16:50 GMT

LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session will showcase a range of fun and engaging practical and demonstration ideas from across the secondary physics curriculum. Participants will have the opportunity to try the ideas for themselves and discuss the pedagogy behind them. Resources to support the implementation and links for further ideas will be shared with all participants. Any common difficulties and issues will be...
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Speakers

Simon Poliakoff

Physics teacher and Lead Practitioner Teaching and Learning, The Priory School Hitchin

Saturday January 9, 2027 15:55 - 16:50 GMT
LH115 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

15:55 GMT

Microscale chemistry: What do pupils think about it?

Saturday January 9, 2027 15:55 - 16:50 GMT

LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

There's a gap in the research on STUDENT perception and experience of microscale chemistry. Why microscale - time, sustainability, ease (literature review of existing research).The study: Mapped the AQA A level specification (including RPs) against existing microscale practicals. Students completed both activities, and then attended FG interviews and completed questionnaires. This study was...
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Speakers

Louise Glynn

Acting Head of Chemistry, T&L Lead Practitioner, James Allen's Girls School

Andy Markwick

Lecturer in Primary Science Education, University College London

Saturday January 9, 2027 15:55 - 16:50 GMT
LH324 (Learning Hub Level 3 lab-type space)

11-19

Theme Research, Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type 11-14, 14-16, Researchers, Trainee Teachers, Early Career Teachers

15:55 GMT

There is another way: Learning lessons on behaviour from AP

Saturday January 9, 2027 15:55 - 16:50 GMT

LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

This session will explore alternatives to mainstream behaviour management policies, by drawing from examples in an alternative provision setting. The session will challenge the traditional rewards and sanctions system and the use of detentions by showing how these systems fail to engage pupils in education in a meaningful way and ultimately leads to harm to all students, but particularly those...
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Speakers

Matthew Axbey (they/them)

Manager of ICT, Data, Exams, and Assessment Team, Malden Oaks School & Tuition Service

Elijah Wisken

Teacher of SEN, Rivers Academy West London

Saturday January 9, 2027 15:55 - 16:50 GMT
LH127 (Learning Hub Level 1)

11-19

Theme Inclusion and Diversity including SEND
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 11-14, 14-16, Post-16, Initial Teacher Educators, Advisors/Consultants

15:55 GMT

Collaborative professional learning in primary science practical activities

Saturday January 9, 2027 15:55 - 16:50 GMT

LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

This session focuses on a 5 year research and development project SCIENCE NINJAS that CLEAPSS and King's College London undertook with teachers in primary schools. It will chart the developmental journey we took in framing and adapting the professional learning work that we undertook with primary teachers, across KS1&2, as they explored and experimented with both increasing the amount of practical...
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Speakers

Lucy Wood

Kings College London

Chris Harrison

Professor of Science Education, King’s College London

Maria Pack

Primary Science Consultant, CLEAPSS

Jason Harding

Primary Section Leader, CLEAPSS

Saturday January 9, 2027 15:55 - 16:50 GMT
LH013 & LH014 (Learning Hub Ground Floor)

Primary

Theme Practical work including beyond the classroom
Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 5-7, 7-11, Initial Teacher Educators

15:55 GMT

Dialogic teaching -a new CPD resource for primary science

Saturday January 9, 2027 15:55 - 16:50 GMT

LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Join ASE and our partner, University of York Science Education Group, for the launch of our Dialogic Teaching in Primary Schools MOOC.

This resource is supported by the Templeton World Charity Foundation as part of ASE’s Sustaining the Impact of Big Questions in Classrooms in Science Education initiative

Speakers

Marianne Cutler

Director of Curriculum Innovation, Association for Science Education

Peter Fairhurst

Research Fellow, University of York Science Education Group

I am a research fellow at the University of York where, in addition to empirical research, the focus of my work is the translation of research-evidence into classroom resources that support students' learning of science through the development of teachers' research-informed pract... Read More →

Saturday January 9, 2027 15:55 - 16:50 GMT
LH113 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Primary

Theme Subject knowledge & pedagogy
Key Stage / Audience Type 7-11, Initial Teacher Educators, Teacher Developers

15:55 GMT

A framework for fostering scientific argumentation: Enhanced (CASE)

Saturday January 9, 2027 15:55 - 16:50 GMT

LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Participants will experience a series of short science-learning episodes designed to model how prediction and the five CASE pillars can foster effective scientific argumentation. Through carefully structured dialogic activities, participants will discuss scientific contexts, make and justify predictions, evaluate competing explanations and reflect on the pedagogical moves that support productive...
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Speakers

Alex Black

Council Member, Lets Think Forum

Natasha Serret

Associate Professor of Science Education, Nottingham Trent University

Saturday January 9, 2027 15:55 - 16:50 GMT
LH124 (Learning Hub Level 1)

Suitable for All key stages

Key Stage / Audience Type Teacher Developers, 5-7, 7-11, 11-14, 14-16, Initial Teacher Educators