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Practical Science

Small group tuition providing practical science experience to support home education
Available in two age groups:
8-12s
11-16s
Practical Science sessions cater for two age groups, though the age is intended as a guide only, as every child is different.
The groups overlap so that those in the middle can choose between a more exam-focused approach (11-16s) and one that lays a foundation (8-12s) upon which exam-focused skills and knowledge may later be further developed.
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"It was excellent, I have never seen a teacher try to meet my child’s needs so enthusiastically and effectively".
​Parent of a Practical Science 11-16s student 2023 
Practical Science for 8-12s:
​For younger students, Practical Science for 8-12s sessions offer an opportunity to gain experience handling practical science equipment while conducting practicals in a fun, small-group environment. They'll develop their understanding of good experimental 
procedures and further their understanding of the theory behind a range of science topics, laying the foundation for the practical science skills and knowledge they are likely to need as they take their studies further. Find out more...
(Please note that students need to be able to read well enough to follow written instructions and safety information)
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FAQ
book 8-12s
where is it?
Practical Science for 11-16s:
For older students, Practical Science for 11-16s sessions offer the opportunity to develop their experimental understanding, technical skills and scientific knowledge with expert exam-focused support for those at any stage of studying towards their IGCSE Science qualifications, or those who may soon begin that journey. Read more...
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FAQ
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where is it?
​✅ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS: PGCE Science)
✅ Postgraduate level Science: MSc. 
✅ Certified in "Autism Awareness in Education"
✅ Certified in "PDA for Educators" (PDA Society)
✅ Certified in "ADHD Awareness" (TES)
✅ Certified in "Working with children with disabilities and learning difficulties"
✅ Safeguarding certified (Level 3 DSL)
​✅ Science Education Provider of the Year (Yorkshire Prestige Award winner 22/23)
✅ Enhanced DBS
✅ Paediatric first aid qualification (OFQAL certified Level 3) 
✅ Over fourteen years' experience teaching at exam level 
✅ Experienced at teaching IGCSE (Edexcel and Cambridge), AQA & Edexcel.
✅ Over eight years' experience working closely with the home-educating community.
✅ Diverse experience teaching children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities 
✅ Nine years of experience working in biological research
✅​ Comprehensive public liability insurance​
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When and where?

Practical Science sessions run through January and February each year in Crookes, Sheffield, UK.
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Programme:
The programme for 2025 is now completed.
Booking for 2026 sessions will open in the summer. Join the Practical Science mailing list to hear when booking opens.

If you would like to hear about booking opportunities by email, please Join the Practical Science mailing list 
faq
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      • Being prepared
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    • Practical Science >
      • 8-12s Practical Science
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      • FAQ
      • Location
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    • Unit Award Scheme
    • Private tuition >
      • Hygiene and infection control - private tuition
  • Universities
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