St Michael's RC School aims to develop in its students an understanding of the importance of scientific knowledge through the delivery of a more diverse but appropriate scientific curriculum: a curriculum that is enriched and accessible to all students, regardless of ability; a curriculum that will encourage them to continue the study of both…

In this article, the author discusses the Association for Science Education (ASE) Annual Conference and presents some thoughts in preparation for the annual conference. Putting together a programme of PSC Special Events has been more challenging than usual as members attempt to determine what the changes and issues will be in January, with the…

Fox Hill Primary School is part of a family of schools in Sheffield that is piloting the Specialist Schools and Academies Trust Primary Specialism for Science. In parallel to this work, Fox Hill participated in the Smarter Schools project from September 2008-2009. This project, funded by the AstraZeneca Science Teaching Trust, was set up by the…

This article discusses the revised Northern Ireland Curriculum which will be fully implemented across all key stages by June 2010. The revision gives schools greater flexibility with statements of minimum entitlement for subject strands replacing detailed subject programmes of study. Teachers are encouraged to promote a cross-curricular approach…

Explains the recent proposal of the National Curriculum for Science "Keeping School Science in Step with the Changing World of the 21st Century". Focuses on scientific literacy, assessment, and curriculum models. (YDS)

Suggests that further changes to the science curriculum should take place and argues that strategies for change must recruit the energies and talents of teachers if they are to be effective. (JRH)

Criticizes early specialization in O-level courses in Britain and advocates the introduction of combined science at this level. This option would expose students to physics, chemistry and biology and avoid the present specialization that is common when these subjects are taken separately. (JR)

Examines the role of science in the curricula of British schools at the primary, middle and secondary levels and draws attention to certain problem areas. (JR)

Presents the author's views of what should be done about science teaching and curriculum in the British elementary schools. (HM)

Argues for greater emphasis in the science curriculum on the spiritual and moral contexts in which scientific ideas have been developed. (JRH)

Presents a paper that deals with the activities and policy of the British Association for Science Education. The history and activities of the association, science curriculum, girls and science education, and manpower are some of the issues discussed. (HM)

Presented are two reasons why ASE should have a clear policy to improve science curriculum for both short term and long range planning. Alternative strategies for achieving the aims and objects for science education on all levels. (SK)

Data pertaining to the number of science teachers and the population trends in England are presented. Several curriculum predictions are given based on the data. (SA)

Describes a British project which aims to produce a series of case studies of science education in middle and comprehensive schools. The methodology used to carry out the case studies and the structure of the framework of the project are included. (HM)

Outlines the developments and outcomes of the National Association for Special Educational Needs (NASEN). Highlights the collaborative relationship with the Association for Science Education (ASE) and developments in networking and communicating. (DDR)