Mixed year group planning for primary science SL045 / RB02
Summary
Teaching science in a mixed-age primary classroom comes with unique challenges, from ensuring curriculum coverage to supporting different levels of understanding. This short course will help you plan effectively for these diverse classrooms, making sure all pupils are engaged and making progress. You’ll explore how to structure lessons that meet the needs of different year groups while still aligning with the National Curriculum.
Through practical strategies and adaptive teaching approaches, you’ll learn how to differentiate activities, ensure skills progression and create inclusive science lessons. Whether you're new to mixed-age teaching or looking to refine your approach, this course will give you the confidence and tools to plan and deliver high-quality science lessons for all learners.
Who is it for?
Primary teachers and primary science leaders
What topics are covered?
- Curriculum planning for mixed year group classes
- Meeting the needs of all
- Ensuring progression
How will you learn?
This course is delivered virtually using MS Teams
How long is this course?
90 minutes
Who is the course leader?
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Sarah Dagnell
I am a Professional Development Leader for Primary STEM at The National STEM Learning Centre, York. Previously, I was a primary school teacher...
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Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- develop curriculum planning for mixed-year group classes which covers the requirements of the National Curriculum and meets the needs of all learners
- design learning sequences that support skills progression and build on prior knowledge across different year groups
- use adaptive teaching strategies to ensure all pupils are engaged, challenged and supported in their science learning
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| 1 Mixed year group planning for primary science | 17 June 2026 | 16:00-17:30 | Virtual |
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Cost
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£89.00 +VAT |
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| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£89.00 +VAT |
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