Education

We are working to change policy in areas including, but not limited to, the curriculum, qualification routes, practical work and recruitment and retention of expert teachers.

We also look to influence education policy as part of the Science Education Policy Alliance (SEPA).

A relevant and adequately resourced curriculum

If young people are to develop the skills and knowledge to become scientifically literate citizens and develop STEM careers, the chemistry curriculum must be fit-for-purpose, engaging and relevant.

From ensuring every child has access to practical work to embedding sustainability and climate change into curricula, we want every child to feel like science is for them.

Accessible routes and equitable educational pathways

We want to equip students with core chemistry knowledge and skills that are understood and valued by employers, via both academic and vocational options at level 3 and above.

We believe equitable educational pathways involve a ‘single route’ science qualification to the age of 16, alongside ensuring students and teachers understand the wide range of careers and opportunities available.

Ensuring an empowered expert workforce

We are campaigning to ensure teachers and technicians have the resources, skills, expertise and motivation so that all students have access to an excellent chemistry education.

Key parts of this include addressing the teacher and technician recruitment and retention crisis with long-term solutions that can withstand population and economic fluctuations, while also investing in effective professional development for teachers.