Teacher Support
One of our core aims is to secure a flourishing future for physics, and to this end the Institute supports physics in all schools and colleges. Download a copy of our brochure 'The Classroom and Beyond' here (PDF 468 kb).
Physics Update Courses 2009-10
Inspirational weekend residential courses designed to give teachers the opportunity to update their knowledge of recent developments in physics and to explore new activities for use in the classroom.
School Affiliation
An Affiliated Schools Scheme that provides resources, including newsletters, posters and careers material
Teacher Network
Are you looking for local support? The Institute has established a Physics Teacher Network covering the whole of Great Britain and Ireland to provide support for physics teachers.
Grants
The Science and Technology Facilities Council and the Institute of Physics have set up a small grants scheme designed specifically for schools and colleges.
Email lists
The Education Department supports a number of email discussion lists designed to provide you with a forum to share ideas, ask questions and exchange views.
Physics Education
Physics Education is a journal for everyone involved in and concerned about the teaching and learning of physics in schools and colleges
Teaching Awards
Help us to recognize outstanding teachers
Becoming a Teacher
Guidance for those considering a career in teaching physics.
SASP Enhancement Programme
The Science Additional Specialism Programme (SASP) is designed to enable teachers without a first degree or secondary initial teacher training specialism in either physics or chemistry to teach the subject more effectively
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