The Stimulating Physics Network seeks to increase the number of young people selecting to study physics A Level, with particular emphasis on supporting schools where the study of physics is low and where there is a low take-up by girls.
The network provides tailored support to over 260 selected schools. Support is also offered to all schools through physics network coordinators who work closely with universities and STEMNET, which has links with local and specialist schools.
The network operates through nine Regional Science Learning Centres across England and focuses on both pupils and teaching staff.
Support is offered through continuing professional development (CPD) to enable schools to nurture an ethos for the coherent and stimulating teaching of physics and for the study of physics education to thrive. Teachers have access to a number of CPD resources including
- approved teaching material
- bespoke workshops
- peer-to-peer support.
Pupils have access to career resources and to a variety of activities to engage and enthuse, including
- Lab in a Lorry
- e-mentoring
- Ask the Expert online interactive support.
