Silver Springs has been chosen to be one of six schools nationally to support the University of Manchester, Ogden Trust, and the Science Across the City as part of an innovative Science Research project.
The project will take place in the academic year 2021 to 2022 and will focus on the development and trial of professional tools for teachers, who will use these to constructively respond to the reports 10 Key Issues with Children’s Experiences in Learning Primary Science.
Principal Deborah Mason said” It’s exciting to be part of a professional sector-leading study that will ultimately influence national professional discussion and debate.”.
By taking part in the project, Silver Springs aims to improve children’s experiences of learning science and improving outcomes.
The benefits will include:
- bespoke mentoring and support from leading experts
- collaborating with professionals
- Engaging in reflective practice and research by trialling and evaluating the toolkit
