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The PSQM is enabling a world of possibilities for all children.

The PSQM mission is to transform lives by improving science education in every primary school, for every teacher, for every child.

Express your interest here: https://www.herts.ac.uk/for-business/skills/psqm/express-your-interest The Primary Science Quality Mark (PSQM) is designed to set every child on a path to a life filled with exciting opportunities, by giving them access

to high quality primary science education. Since 2011, our comprehensive, one-year, evidence-informed, professional development and school improvement programme has equipped primary science subject leaders with the knowledge, confidence, and expert support they need to transform the quality and profile of science education. Science subject leaders who successfully complete the programme receive recognition for their school through an accreditation of a highly regarded Primary Science Quality Mark

24/04/2026

PSQM 2026 Autumn Cohort – Registration Open!

Sign up early to secure your place with our exclusive Early Bird offer, making your CPD investment go further.

From September 2026, PSQM introduces a flexible three year pathway, an exciting alternative to our established one year programme. Spread over three years, it offers schools greater flexibility, a manageable CPD investment, and the opportunity to strengthen and embed subject leadership while sustaining lasting impact on children’s learning.

Both pathways include access to PSQM Community benefits, expert guidance, comprehensive programme materials and a wealth of resources plus optional structured professional learning opportunities. Schools can achieve recognition through the Primary Science Quality Mark, celebrating every school’s journey and commitment to high-quality science education.

Everything schools need to develop and sustain excellence in primary science.

💬 "The PSQM journey has encouraged a school-wide culture of excitement and pride in science, with visible improvements in teaching quality and children’s engagement.”

Don’t miss out—sign up for the Early Bird offer and gain access to our workshop and webinar programme this summer term. Start building lasting impact today!

👉 Join an information session https://gck.fm/qascu
👉 Register your interest https://www.herts.ac.uk/for-business/skills/psqm/express-your-interest

14/04/2026

Are you seeking to empower subject leadership to lead improvement and development in science?

Over the past year, the Primary Science Quality Mark professional learning programme has made this a reality. Headteachers and subject leaders report:

✅ Stronger, more strategic subject leadership

✅ A more coherent, inclusive and engaging science curriculum

✅ Increased teacher confidence, better subject knowledge and effective pedagogy

✅ Children who are more curious, confident and engaged, able to articulate their learning and demonstrate stronger working scientifically skills

✅ Science becoming more visible and valued across the whole school community

Imagine what this could look like in your school.

✨ Book an information session here https://gck.fm/qascu

10/04/2026

One powerful programme. Two ways to engage. Real impact in primary science.

The PSQM programme is designed for impact.

Our established one year programme builds evaluative subject leadership through expert 1:1 support, dynamic, practice-focused professional learning, a proven framework, and a clear cycle for development that drives real change in primary science.

What if your PSQM journey didn’t have to end after one year?

🌟 New from September 2026: a three year pathway option 🌟

Building on the one year programme, this extended offer enables schools to continue their development journey with sustained PSQM Community support, ongoing access to resources and leadership materials and continued opportunities for professional learning, delivering exceptional value over time.

Stronger subject leadership. Continuous improvement. Greater impact on children’s learning in primary science.

👀 Curious to find out more?

Join an information session here: https://gck.fm/qascu

07/04/2026

Spring brings a sense of renewal - a moment to reflect, refocus and grow. 🌱

At PSQM, we’ve been doing exactly that.
👂Listening to schools.
👂Listening to the sector.
🧠Learning from our expert network.

And using all of this to take our professional learning programme to the next level.

Quick wins aren’t enough. It’s a deliberate cycle of development, strong evaluative subject leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement that transforms children’s learning in science.

✨ Something exciting is coming…and we can’t wait to share it!

06/01/2026

A big welcome back to all schools! We hope you all had a lovely break.

As we begin 2026, we are really excited about the year ahead and we are looking forward to sharing new opportunities and updates with you over the coming months. Watch this space!

Thank you for the continued commitment, energy, and hard work that goes into supporting your school communities. Wishing everyone a positive and successful 2026. We are looking forward to forging new connections and seeing what we can achieve together this year.

19/12/2025

As we wrap up another incredible term, everyone at PSQM would like to extend a huge thank you to all the amazing school staff and hub leaders who pour so much dedication, and energy into their work every single day. You make an extraordinary difference, and it truly shows. We hope this festive season brings you well-earned rest.

Here’s to a refreshing break and an exciting, inspiring start to the New Year! 🌟

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a very Happy 2026!

17/10/2025

A huge congratulations to the 308 schools that have achieved their Primary Science Quality Mark accreditation this week! 🎉

We are so proud to celebrate the incredible achievements of each and every school that has gained their accreditation and completed the PSQM programme. We are always inspired by the creativity, dedication and enthusiasm that schools bring to their PSQM journey. Your commitment to developing strong science leadership and ensuring every child experiences engaging, high-quality science learning is truly something to celebrate.

A big thank you also goes to our amazing PSQM Hub Leaders for their expertise, guidance, and encouragement throughout every school’s journey.

Congratulations again to all our newly accredited schools! We are excited to see you keep building on your success and making an impact on children’s science learning every day.

14/10/2025

Reminder to all PSQM schools! 🌟

Our RSC CPD sessions are back for the autumn term fully funded for schools by the Royal Society of Chemistry. 🎉

All schools currently engaged in the PSQM programme get access to this fully funded programme of webinars and workshops, offered in addition to the main PSQM programme.

These sessions are designed to deepen understanding of primary science, provide practical ideas, and support subject leaders and whole-school development.

Our interactive workshops provide a programme of professional learning opportunities linked to the Primary Science Quality Framework. These sessions will deepen understanding of specific areas and provide ideas for activities and strategies to use in school.

Our programme of webinars features a range of expert speakers who will be sharing their latest thinking in primary science education on a range of topics. Each session will consist of a 45- minute presentation followed by a short question and answer session.

Alongside live sessions, don’t forget the Pockets and Spotlights available on the Virtual Learning Environment. These are pre-recorded resources ready to watch, use, and download whenever suits you.

👉 To book onto this term’s workshops and webinars, simply head to the Virtual Learning Environment to find the booking link.

A huge thank you to the Royal Society of Chemistry for funding this additional programme and helping us support even more schools. 🙌

This is a fantastic opportunity for the science subject leaders and whole staff team to get involved in professional learning for science education through live, online webinars and workshops.

09/10/2025

Yesterday a report funded by the Primary Science Teaching Trust (PSTT), The Ogden Trust and SEERIH Manchester (The University of Manchester), and supported by the The Comino Foundation was published - ‘The State of Primary Science in the UK’. As a member organisation of the UK Primary Science Education Group, PSQM is pleased to have shared expertise which supported the commissioning of this report.

You can read the full report here: https://pstt.org.uk/theory-practice/state-of-primary-science-in-the-uk-2025/

Drawing on responses from more than 1,200 subject leaders and teachers, this is the first large-scale review of primary science since 2017.

Key findings include:

⭐ More schools than before now have a designated science leader.

⭐ Weekly science teaching is happening in most schools.

⭐ However: confidence in teaching science has fallen, and access to mentoring and high-quality CPD remains limited.

Most importantly, the report shows a strong link between having a science leader and increased teaching time, professional support, resources, enrichment opportunities and a positive culture for science.

For PSQM schools, this is great news. It clearly demonstrates the impact of strong, knowledgeable and well-supported leadership in primary science and the report’s recommendations align closely with the PSQM framework.

Find more information about PSQM here: https://www.herts.ac.uk/for-business/skills/psqm

09/09/2025

We have taken your feedback on board and know how busy back-to-school season can be. So due to a flurry of new interest in the past few days, we will be taking registrations for Round 25 Autumn of the Primary Science Quality Mark until Thursday 11th September 2025. If your school is interested in taking part please contact [email protected] or register your interest here: https://www.herts.ac.uk/for-business/skills/psqm.

We are delighted to have schools already signed up from across the UK and internationally — from Thailand to the UAE 🌍. Will your school be next?

02/09/2025

Welcome back to school! 👋 We hope all teaching staff had a restful summer break and are feeling refreshed and ready to return to school.

As the new school year begins, it’s the perfect time to focus on inspiring, high-quality science across your school. There’s still just enough time to join Round 25 Autumn of the Primary Science Quality Mark.

🗓️ Registration closes on Monday 8th September, so don’t miss your chance to:

✅ Strengthen science leadership
✅ Improve curriculum design, teaching and learning
✅ Raise the profile of science across your school
✅ Build staff confidence and knowledge through supported and reflective CPD
✅ Gain international recognition through PSQM accreditation

We already have over 100 schools from the UK and internationally signed up to take part in this round so don’t miss out on being part of this exciting community!

📩 Have questions or need the registration form? Drop us an email at [email protected] or visit https://www.herts.ac.uk/for-business/skills/psqm to find out more.

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