Harrow Chemistry Hub

The hub is led by the University of Hertfordshire's STEM Learning Centre and includes schools and colleges in the London Borough of Harrow, and other local partners. It will focus on CPD for A level chemistry teachers. The CPD will be long term, flexible and modular, including a series of workshops, taking teachers from emergence as A level teachers, towards mastery. It will be tailored to meet individual’s needs through stepping on and stepping off points during the programme.

Participating teachers will be supported to implement and embed new classroom approaches and to reflect on their practice. Input from volunteers and STEM ambassadors will enrich professional learning. CPD for technicians will also contribute to high quality learning outcomes. Teachers will be encouraged to apply new subject knowledge and pedagogy in key sage 3 and 4 contexts. These teachers will also be trained to deliver CPD, which along with the links to the London Science Learning Partnership will support the ongoing sustainability of the hub and widen participation.