Primary Science Workshops
Andrew Berry
Workshop teacher and company director
Andrew has been obsessed for many years with trying to ensure that primary children have the best possible experience of learning science.
Formally a county science adviser and a primary teacher, Andrew has had years to perfect the activities and teaching/learning methods required for all children to excel.
Andrew also realises how important it is for the children to enjoy their science. Every workshop is delivered with a large smattering of humour and energy!
Qualifications/Teaching experience
Adviser/teacher/manager
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10 years as a primary teacher
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6 years as a county adviser for primary science
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14 years as a manager of an environmental education centre/science adviser/workshop teacher
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A science degree
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A master degree in education
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A PGCE in primary education
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Recognised facilitator for STEM
Achievements
Trainer/author/creator
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Taught tens of thousands of primary children
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Advised thousands of primary teaching staff on how to teach science better
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Designed and delivered hundreds of training courses for primary teachers; face-to-face and online
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Written 3 editions of the Kent Scheme of Work for Primary Science - used in more than 2,500 primary schools worldwide
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Developed a programme for and managed an environmental education centre that provided incredible learning experiences for thousands of children.
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Developed and taught a range of science workshops that have benefitted dozens of schools and thousands of children.
What do teachers think of Andrew?
"I think that when Andrew teaches, I literally feel like a school child again and fully immersed in the engaging, interactive lesson. Andrew's behaviour management and well-structured, informative science days gives me a break from a normal teaching day and inspire me to better in the classroom" Science Leader, A Hertfordshire Primary School, January 2025
