Our Primary Science Core Provision programmes for Hampshire schools are designed to support science leaders through collaborative opportunities. This offer includes a series of subject network meetings and an annual conference, providing a platform for science subject leaders to stay informed and engaged with the latest developments in science education. 

Why choose our Primary Science Core Provision programmes?

• Stay up to date with national issues, recent reports, and research in primary science.
• Engage in professional discussions around effective practice in primary science.
• Share best practices and learn from peers.

What's included in the Science Core Provision Offer 2026-27:

• Three half day Primary Science Subject Leader Meetings (delivered face-to-face).
• A full-day Primary Science Conference (for subject leaders, delivered face-to-face).

District based programmes

We are offering 7 Science programmes across various districts. Click here to access SCIENCE Core Provision 2026-27 - programme dates for details of session dates and times. Please check this information carefully before enrolling to identify the programme relevant to your school’s geographical area. Please note: dates/times and venue information provided in the overview documents are correct at the time of publishing but may be subject to change.

Programme cost 
The cost of each programme for 2026-27, which includes all the elements above is:
Sub: £410 / Full: £492 / HIAS SLA element: £150

How to book

Now that the programmes have started, self-service bookings via the Learning Zone are no longer possible. However, any schools that would still like to join these programmes are kindly requested to complete the Science Core Provision Programmes booking form 2026-27. Our course administration team will then make the booking on your behalf and notifications will be sent out via the Learning Zone.  Online resources are available for any missed sessions.

Need help?
Should you require further assistance with enrolling, please contact our Science course administrator: Charlotte Edwards Charlotte.Edwards@hants.gov.uk

For general queries about this Core Provision offer, please contact:
Katie Scott, Training Programme Manager: katie.scott@hants.gov.uk