Teaching Science to Pupils with ASN

With over 20 years of experience working with pupils with Additional Support Needs (ASN), I offer tailored professional learning opportunities specifically designed to help teachers effectively teach Science to learners with diverse needs.

Whether it's a twilight session after school or an inset day workshop (either full or half-day), I provide bespoke training that equips teachers with the knowledge and strategies to make Science engaging, accessible, and meaningful for all pupils, including those with ASN.

What I Offer:

• Twilight Sessions: Short, focused professional development sessions after school that provide practical strategies and tips for teaching Science to pupils with ASN. These sessions are ideal for introducing simple, effective approaches that can be implemented in the classroom immediately.

• Inset Days: Full or half-day training sessions that offer in-depth exploration of how to teach Science in an inclusive and supportive way. These sessions can be customised based on your school’s needs, such as adapting experiments, creating multisensory learning experiences, and making Science concepts accessible to all learners.

• Tailored Content: Every school has its own unique challenges, and I work closely with school leaders to design a professional learning program that aligns with your school's priorities. I specialise in making Science education inclusive for pupils with ASN, focusing on making lessons hands-on, interactive, and engaging.

Focus Areas Include:

• Adapting Science Lessons for ASN Learners: Practical strategies for modifying Science content, including experiments and activities, to ensure that students with ASN can participate and engage.

• Sensory and Multisensory Approaches: Techniques for incorporating sensory and multisensory experiences into Science lessons to help pupils with ASN better understand complex concepts.

• Promoting Independent Learning: Methods for supporting ASN pupils in developing autonomy and life skills through Science, fostering confidence and encouraging inquiry-based learning.

• Classroom Management in Science: Effective strategies for managing behaviour and creating a positive, supportive classroom environment that enables all students to participate fully in Science learning.

• Differentiating Science for Diverse Learners: How to differentiate instruction to meet the varied needs of pupils with ASN while maintaining high expectations for all learners.

I am passionate about making Science accessible to every student and empowering teachers with the tools they need to deliver an inclusive and engaging Science curriculum. I would love to work with your staff to create Science lessons that are meaningful, enjoyable, and accessible to all students, no matter their individual learning needs.