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Your June RSC Education update

Welcome to your June update. This month find out how to support learners with ready-to-use structure strips, explore new perspectives with our Leadership mentoring programme, boost your confidence with practicals and don’t miss your last chance to recognise brilliant teaching practice with an RSC Education prize nomination.

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Your May RSC Education update

Explore what’s new this May, including a special issue dedicated to budding and new science teachers packed with practical support and guidance you can use straight away. Build confidence in key topics with a new structure and bonding course, save time with ready-to-use worksheets, and discover mentoring support, live sessions ...

Illustration of learners working at lab benches with glassware while a teacher demonstrates a practical chemistry experiment in a classroom

Your April RSC Education update

Get set for a fresh mix of ideas and resources to support you and your learners this term. Check out our new worksheets that build deeper understanding, find out about practical‑chemistry training to help you guide early career teachers, trust‑wide CPD options and the latest Chemistry Allsorts activities.

Teacher and a teenage girl in a library, both engrossed in a book

Your March RSC Education update

In this month’s update you’ll find new CPD to build your confidence, fresh topic packages to save planning time, a national survey shaping the future of science teaching and a science‑inspired reading list for your learners. Scroll to explore what’s new and useful for your classroom.

Illustration of three students studying chemistry with textbooks and lab equipment in front of a chalkboard filled with chemical formulas

Your February RSC Education update

We hope you’ve had a great start to the new year. This month you can explore new ways to take part in British Science Week and National Careers Week, find fresh resources to support your lesson planning and mark LGBT+ History Month with your students.

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Welcome to January’s RSC Education newsletter

🎉Happy new year from your RSC Education team!

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December’s RSC Education newsletter

We hope you’ve had a great term and are looking forward to the Christmas break as much as we are. Before you wind down completely, plan ahead with resources to keep your students curious about chemistry over the holidays and explore development opportunities to start the new year feeling confident.

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November’s RSC Education newsletter

✏️ Discover what’s new this month: fresh classroom ideas, professional development courses and the Schools’ Analyst Competition

Bright close up of sparklers burning with black background

October’s RSC Education newsletter

✏️ Explore this month’s highlights: Olympiad 2025 registration, new professional development courses and spooky resources for Halloween ⬇️

Professional education mentor discussing with mentee in office with laptop on desk

September’s RSC Education newsletter

The deadline is quickly approaching for you to be mentored.

Illustration of summer mountain camping and school’s out holidays

July’s RSC Education newsletter

Just in time for summer break, here’s some resources to support you 

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June’s RSC Education newsletter

Final chance to nominate amazing educators. Plus career guidance and worksheets for your students 

Scientist man is seriously doing formulation chemistry research

May’s RSC Education newsletter

New literacy resources, revision help and more 

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April’s RSC Education newsletter

New literacy resources, revision help and more. 

Illustration of laptop, giant pencil, books, clocks, lightbulb and timer for the online survey

March’s RSC Education newsletter

The 2025 Science Teaching Survey is open and get posters to inspire your students 

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February’s RSC Education newsletter

Get ready for National Careers Week and British Science Week

Female scientist looks through a microscope in the laboratory

January’s chemistry education news 🎇

National Apprenticeship Week, support sessions, and Parliamentary priorities.

3d hot chocolate mug with marshmallows in the shape of a cute kawaii snowman wearing a purple scarf with big eyes

December’s chemistry education news 🌟

Mastering pedagogy, revision resources, and competitions to boost enthusiasm 

Flat illustration of two people walking past a conical flask and a nuclear plant

November’s chemistry education news 🍂

 Support for early career teachers, experiments for primary learners and sustainability resources. 

Photograph of Halloween pumpkin wearing lab goggles with scary face and laboratory glassware and mist in black background

October’s chemistry education news

Resources, competitions, and some Halloween fun

Female High School Teacher With Digital Tablet Helping Students In STEM Technology Lesson

Education newsletter – September 2024

The Chemistry Olympiad is back for 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to challenge your post-16 chemistry students and take their chemistry knowledge and creative problem-solving skills to the next level.

School science laboratory with students lined up along the bench looking at circuitry and microscopes

Education newsletter – July 2024

Get £500 for Chemistry Week 2024, become a mentor and support ECTs 

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June’s chemistry education news

Inside the Chemistry Olympiad – plus accreditation updates and a focus group opportunity.

Photograph of top view school backpack and stationery on colour background

May’s chemistry education news

New practical videos, National Apprenticeship Week resources, and 2023’s Science Teaching Survey findings.

Aerial photograph of tractor mowing rapeseed

Education newsletter – April 2024

New resources, share your experiences and do you have a nominee for the Education Prizes?

Robot teacher explains modern theory. Classroom interior with empty black chalkboard. Pink blue colorful background.

Education newsletter – March 2024

Unlocking insights from the science teaching panel, AI in classrooms and funding opportunities

Molecular structure of chemical compounds and organic chemistry concept with educational plastic model of ethanol molecules and glass flask isolated on blue background with copy space

Education newsletter – February 2024

The RSC are responding to a consultation on the proposed, new 16-19 Advanced British Standard (ABS) qualification. This qualification is designed to replace the current post-16 landscape with the aims of:

female team leader in eyeglasses and colleague discussing working issues

Education newsletter – January 2024

New practical videos, National Apprenticeship Week resources, and 2023’s Science Teaching Survey findings.

A Christmas tree and baubles plus a tablet computer displaying the a Festive chemistry website

Education newsletter – November 2023

Everything you need to finish this term with some festive cheer, and get 2024 off to a brilliant start

Autumnal pumpkins on a windowsill and one shiny pumpkin decoration with a face

Education newsletter – October 2023

Teacher CPD, get industry scientists into the classroom, and is it too early to start revising?

Bernese mountain dog posing with apples in green garden. Full basket of apples in the dog's mouth

Education newsletter – September 2023

Inspirational competitions for your students and fully-funded CPD for you

Brightly colour backpacks lined up on grass in a sunny field with books and scissors beside them

Education newsletter – June 2023

A new home for science outreach resources 

Lilac iris flower with ladybird crawling out of it

Education newsletter – May 2023

You can make it to the end of term

A male blackbird perched on a branch with berries

Education newsletter – April 2023

Elevate your science classroom with surveys, focus groups, and exciting new resources.

Small bunny eating a dandelion flower on grass

Education newsletter – March 2023

Education prize nominations are open! Plus, live support sessions and volunteering opportunities

A rainbow selections of crayons stacked on a colourful pattered page of a notepad

Education newsletter – February 2023

The results of the Science Teaching Survey are here – plus, competitions for your students to enter

Photograph of coffee cup on blue paper with paper clouds around it and a string swirling away from it suggesting it flying through a sky between the clouds

Education newsletter – January 2023

New resources! Boost your scientific skills teaching, download a primary science resource pack, and much more

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Education newsletter – November 2022

Celebrate this year’s Education Prize winners, join us at the ASE annual conference, and bring festive fun to your classroom 

Bright close up of sparklers burning with black background

Education newsletter – October 2022

Apply for our teaching empowerment fund – plus, sustained PD courses and teaching resources on the chemistry of fireworks 

Simplistic illustration of trees and bushes with the wind brushing autumnal leaves into the air

Education newsletter – September 2022

Upcoming live support sessions, new and updated article series to inspire your lessons, and case studies promoting chemistry careers 

Pastel striped lollies laid out in a circle on a flat pastel background

Education newsletter – July 2022

Classroom management articles, energy-saving commitments for your students and a brand-new book series

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Education newsletter – June 2022

Classroom management articles, energy-saving commitments for your students and a brand-new book series

Illustrations with five raised hands in different colours with hearts in their palms

Education newsletter – May 2022

RSC education prize nominations, funding from Elevating Chemistry and professional learning sessions for the summer term

A selection of glass laboratory equipment, including test tubes in a test tube holder, a measuring cylinder, a conical flask and a round-bottom flask, against a colourful background

Education newsletter – April 2022

Practical work inspiration, sustainability contexts for the classroom and recognition for technicians

Cartoon image of students with pile of papers obstructing our view of her face and a few sheets flying away in the wind

Education newsletter – March 2022

Global battery experiment, grants and the Great Science Teaching Survey

Cartoon image of students with pile of papers obstructing our view of her face and a few sheets flying away in the wind

Education newsletter – February 2022

Empowerment Fund opportunities, new professional development courses, and the Schools’ Analyst Competition

Festive layout with white snowflakes on a dark blue background

Education newsletter – January 2022

Sustainability in the curriculum, teacher training scholarships and science competitions

Cartoon of crisp oak leaves and glossy red berries

Education newsletter – November 2021

Education prize winners and making the most of your teaching space.

Brightly flamboyant fans with baubles round the edge and pumpkins on on top, laying on a table

Education newsletter – October 2021

 Support for early career teachers, experiments for primary learners and sustainability resources.

Dry and golden wheat plants against a golden background

Education newsletter – September 2021

 Support for early career teachers, experiments for primary learners and sustainability resources.

4 cones of ice cream in a stand

Education newsletter – July 2021

 Support for early career teachers, experiments for primary learners and sustainability resources.

A row of beach huts in summer

Education newsletter – June 2021

Shape our sustainability policy, celebrate excellence in education and early career support.

A row of outside cafe tables

Education newsletter – May 2021

Look after your mental well-being, recognition for technical staff, summer CPD sessions and more.

Swan with cygent on its back

Education newsletter – April 2021

Nominate for RSC Education Prizes, a mental well-being webinar, outreach funding available and more.

Hot cross buns

Education newsletter – March 2021

Post lockdown teaching support, new resources for post-16 teaching, online CPD and more.

Stack of pancakes with lemon and sugar

Education newsletter – February 2021

New practical skills videos, Steps into Science launch events, National Careers Week and more.

A runner jogs along a frosty lane

Education newsletter – January 2021

Resources to support remote teaching and your well-being, online CPD and teacher training scholarships.

Autumn leaves and branches covered in frost

Education newsletter – November 2020

STEM competitions for your students, careers advice and inclusion and diversity in chemistry.

Carved pumpkins

Education newsletter – October 2020

Online professional development, finding the best degree courses for your students and free organic chemistry resources.

Autumn umbrella

Education newsletter – September 2020

Videos to help with practicals, online support for NQTs and free CPD courses

Parasol

Education newsletter – July 2020

Help shape our online sessions, get advice for the holidays and explore development opportunities.

Strawberries

Education newsletter – June 2020

Join in with this week’s online conference and check the CLEAPSS guidance for a safe return to school.

Family of ducks

Education newsletter – May 2020

Explore our picks on the theme of kindness for Mental Health Awareness week.

Bluebell woods

Education newsletter – April 2020

Save time hunting for remote teaching resources, access free CPD, and attend online events.

Herdwick sheep

Education newsletter — March 2020

Support for remote teaching, discover scientists in their element and the Great Science Share goes online

Crocuses

Education newsletter — February 2020

Assessing the curriculum, teaching mathematical ratios, #Techognition and National Careers Week

Winter trees at sunset

Education newsletter, January 2020

Chemistry: Making the Difference, free-to-attend PD and teacher training scholarships

A frosty autumn leaf

Education newsletter, November 2019

2020 education awards, inclusive lesson planning and events for early-career teachers

A selection of different pumpkins

Education newsletter, October 2019

Teaching unfamiliar contexts, Olympiad 2020 and teacher training scholarships

Photograph of a small spiral desktop calendar showing June 2026 on a pink background with a pen in view

Your June RSC Education update

Welcome to your June update. This month find out how to support learners with ready-to-use structure strips, explore new perspectives with our Leadership mentoring programme, boost your confidence with practicals and don’t miss your last chance to recognise brilliant teaching practice with an RSC Education prize nomination.

A group of four young people sit outdoors with notebooks while one person shows content on a laptop, all gathered on a wooden bench

Your May RSC Education update

Explore what’s new this May, including a special issue dedicated to budding and new science teachers packed with practical support and guidance you can use straight away. Build confidence in key topics with a new structure and bonding course, save time with ready-to-use worksheets, and discover mentoring support, live sessions ...

Illustration of learners working at lab benches with glassware while a teacher demonstrates a practical chemistry experiment in a classroom

Your April RSC Education update

Get set for a fresh mix of ideas and resources to support you and your learners this term. Check out our new worksheets that build deeper understanding, find out about practical‑chemistry training to help you guide early career teachers, trust‑wide CPD options and the latest Chemistry Allsorts activities.

Teacher and a teenage girl in a library, both engrossed in a book

Your March RSC Education update

In this month’s update you’ll find new CPD to build your confidence, fresh topic packages to save planning time, a national survey shaping the future of science teaching and a science‑inspired reading list for your learners. Scroll to explore what’s new and useful for your classroom.

Illustration of three students studying chemistry with textbooks and lab equipment in front of a chalkboard filled with chemical formulas

Your February RSC Education update

We hope you’ve had a great start to the new year. This month you can explore new ways to take part in British Science Week and National Careers Week, find fresh resources to support your lesson planning and mark LGBT+ History Month with your students.

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Email alerts

How to receive the latest news, articles and resources from RSC Education and Education in Chemistry by email

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Welcome to January’s RSC Education newsletter

🎉Happy new year from your RSC Education team!

Photograph of paper cubes with elements of the periodic table of Mendeleev on the Christmas tree

December’s RSC Education newsletter

We hope you’ve had a great term and are looking forward to the Christmas break as much as we are. Before you wind down completely, plan ahead with resources to keep your students curious about chemistry over the holidays and explore development opportunities to start the new year feeling confident.

Photograph of a red squirrel in an autumnal forest

November’s RSC Education newsletter

✏️ Discover what’s new this month: fresh classroom ideas, professional development courses and the Schools’ Analyst Competition

Bright close up of sparklers burning with black background

October’s RSC Education newsletter

✏️ Explore this month’s highlights: Olympiad 2025 registration, new professional development courses and spooky resources for Halloween ⬇️

Professional education mentor discussing with mentee in office with laptop on desk

September’s RSC Education newsletter

The deadline is quickly approaching for you to be mentored.

Illustration of summer mountain camping and school’s out holidays

July’s RSC Education newsletter

Just in time for summer break, here’s some resources to support you 

Screenshot of the RSC Pathfinder digital interface, showing a personalised career dashboard tailored for teachers with clear sections for goals, skills, and activities

June’s RSC Education newsletter

Final chance to nominate amazing educators. Plus career guidance and worksheets for your students 

Scientist man is seriously doing formulation chemistry research

May’s RSC Education newsletter

New literacy resources, revision help and more 

Smiling student listening to music while revising

April’s RSC Education newsletter

New literacy resources, revision help and more. 

Illustration of laptop, giant pencil, books, clocks, lightbulb and timer for the online survey

March’s RSC Education newsletter

The 2025 Science Teaching Survey is open and get posters to inspire your students 

Illstration fo different people in different professional outfits

February’s RSC Education newsletter

Get ready for National Careers Week and British Science Week

Female scientist looks through a microscope in the laboratory

January’s chemistry education news 🎇

National Apprenticeship Week, support sessions, and Parliamentary priorities.

3d hot chocolate mug with marshmallows in the shape of a cute kawaii snowman wearing a purple scarf with big eyes

December’s chemistry education news 🌟

Mastering pedagogy, revision resources, and competitions to boost enthusiasm 

Flat illustration of two people walking past a conical flask and a nuclear plant

November’s chemistry education news 🍂

 Support for early career teachers, experiments for primary learners and sustainability resources. 

Photograph of Halloween pumpkin wearing lab goggles with scary face and laboratory glassware and mist in black background

October’s chemistry education news

Resources, competitions, and some Halloween fun

Female High School Teacher With Digital Tablet Helping Students In STEM Technology Lesson

Education newsletter – September 2024

The Chemistry Olympiad is back for 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to challenge your post-16 chemistry students and take their chemistry knowledge and creative problem-solving skills to the next level.

School science laboratory with students lined up along the bench looking at circuitry and microscopes

Education newsletter – July 2024

Get £500 for Chemistry Week 2024, become a mentor and support ECTs 

Assorted coffee cups on a textured background

June’s chemistry education news

Inside the Chemistry Olympiad – plus accreditation updates and a focus group opportunity.

Photograph of top view school backpack and stationery on colour background

May’s chemistry education news

New practical videos, National Apprenticeship Week resources, and 2023’s Science Teaching Survey findings.

Aerial photograph of tractor mowing rapeseed

Education newsletter – April 2024

New resources, share your experiences and do you have a nominee for the Education Prizes?

Robot teacher explains modern theory. Classroom interior with empty black chalkboard. Pink blue colorful background.

Education newsletter – March 2024

Unlocking insights from the science teaching panel, AI in classrooms and funding opportunities

Molecular structure of chemical compounds and organic chemistry concept with educational plastic model of ethanol molecules and glass flask isolated on blue background with copy space

Education newsletter – February 2024

The RSC are responding to a consultation on the proposed, new 16-19 Advanced British Standard (ABS) qualification. This qualification is designed to replace the current post-16 landscape with the aims of:

female team leader in eyeglasses and colleague discussing working issues

Education newsletter – January 2024

New practical videos, National Apprenticeship Week resources, and 2023’s Science Teaching Survey findings.

A Christmas tree and baubles plus a tablet computer displaying the a Festive chemistry website

Education newsletter – November 2023

Everything you need to finish this term with some festive cheer, and get 2024 off to a brilliant start

Autumnal pumpkins on a windowsill and one shiny pumpkin decoration with a face

Education newsletter – October 2023

Teacher CPD, get industry scientists into the classroom, and is it too early to start revising?

Bernese mountain dog posing with apples in green garden. Full basket of apples in the dog's mouth

Education newsletter – September 2023

Inspirational competitions for your students and fully-funded CPD for you

Brightly colour backpacks lined up on grass in a sunny field with books and scissors beside them

Education newsletter – June 2023

A new home for science outreach resources 

Lilac iris flower with ladybird crawling out of it

Education newsletter – May 2023

You can make it to the end of term

A male blackbird perched on a branch with berries

Education newsletter – April 2023

Elevate your science classroom with surveys, focus groups, and exciting new resources.

Small bunny eating a dandelion flower on grass

Education newsletter – March 2023

Education prize nominations are open! Plus, live support sessions and volunteering opportunities

A rainbow selections of crayons stacked on a colourful pattered page of a notepad

Education newsletter – February 2023

The results of the Science Teaching Survey are here – plus, competitions for your students to enter

Photograph of coffee cup on blue paper with paper clouds around it and a string swirling away from it suggesting it flying through a sky between the clouds

Education newsletter – January 2023

New resources! Boost your scientific skills teaching, download a primary science resource pack, and much more

Celebratory, pale, shiny balloons floating against a pale flat background

Education newsletter – November 2022

Celebrate this year’s Education Prize winners, join us at the ASE annual conference, and bring festive fun to your classroom 

Bright close up of sparklers burning with black background

Education newsletter – October 2022

Apply for our teaching empowerment fund – plus, sustained PD courses and teaching resources on the chemistry of fireworks 

Simplistic illustration of trees and bushes with the wind brushing autumnal leaves into the air

Education newsletter – September 2022

Upcoming live support sessions, new and updated article series to inspire your lessons, and case studies promoting chemistry careers 

Pastel striped lollies laid out in a circle on a flat pastel background

Education newsletter – July 2022

Classroom management articles, energy-saving commitments for your students and a brand-new book series

closeup button cell battery or watch battery or coin cell, used to power small electronics devices such as wrist watches or computer motherboard

Education newsletter – June 2022

Classroom management articles, energy-saving commitments for your students and a brand-new book series

Illustrations with five raised hands in different colours with hearts in their palms

Education newsletter – May 2022

RSC education prize nominations, funding from Elevating Chemistry and professional learning sessions for the summer term

A selection of glass laboratory equipment, including test tubes in a test tube holder, a measuring cylinder, a conical flask and a round-bottom flask, against a colourful background

Education newsletter – April 2022

Practical work inspiration, sustainability contexts for the classroom and recognition for technicians

Cartoon image of students with pile of papers obstructing our view of her face and a few sheets flying away in the wind

Education newsletter – March 2022

Global battery experiment, grants and the Great Science Teaching Survey

Cartoon image of students with pile of papers obstructing our view of her face and a few sheets flying away in the wind

Education newsletter – February 2022

Empowerment Fund opportunities, new professional development courses, and the Schools’ Analyst Competition

Festive layout with white snowflakes on a dark blue background

Education newsletter – January 2022

Sustainability in the curriculum, teacher training scholarships and science competitions

Cartoon of crisp oak leaves and glossy red berries

Education newsletter – November 2021

Education prize winners and making the most of your teaching space.

Brightly flamboyant fans with baubles round the edge and pumpkins on on top, laying on a table

Education newsletter – October 2021

 Support for early career teachers, experiments for primary learners and sustainability resources.

Dry and golden wheat plants against a golden background

Education newsletter – September 2021

 Support for early career teachers, experiments for primary learners and sustainability resources.

4 cones of ice cream in a stand

Education newsletter – July 2021

 Support for early career teachers, experiments for primary learners and sustainability resources.

A row of beach huts in summer

Education newsletter – June 2021

Shape our sustainability policy, celebrate excellence in education and early career support.

A row of outside cafe tables

Education newsletter – May 2021

Look after your mental well-being, recognition for technical staff, summer CPD sessions and more.

Swan with cygent on its back

Education newsletter – April 2021

Nominate for RSC Education Prizes, a mental well-being webinar, outreach funding available and more.

Hot cross buns

Education newsletter – March 2021

Post lockdown teaching support, new resources for post-16 teaching, online CPD and more.

Stack of pancakes with lemon and sugar

Education newsletter – February 2021

New practical skills videos, Steps into Science launch events, National Careers Week and more.

A runner jogs along a frosty lane

Education newsletter – January 2021

Resources to support remote teaching and your well-being, online CPD and teacher training scholarships.

Autumn leaves and branches covered in frost

Education newsletter – November 2020

STEM competitions for your students, careers advice and inclusion and diversity in chemistry.

Carved pumpkins

Education newsletter – October 2020

Online professional development, finding the best degree courses for your students and free organic chemistry resources.

Autumn umbrella

Education newsletter – September 2020

Videos to help with practicals, online support for NQTs and free CPD courses

Parasol

Education newsletter – July 2020

Help shape our online sessions, get advice for the holidays and explore development opportunities.

Strawberries

Education newsletter – June 2020

Join in with this week’s online conference and check the CLEAPSS guidance for a safe return to school.

Family of ducks

Education newsletter – May 2020

Explore our picks on the theme of kindness for Mental Health Awareness week.

Bluebell woods

Education newsletter – April 2020

Save time hunting for remote teaching resources, access free CPD, and attend online events.

Herdwick sheep

Education newsletter — March 2020

Support for remote teaching, discover scientists in their element and the Great Science Share goes online

Crocuses

Education newsletter — February 2020

Assessing the curriculum, teaching mathematical ratios, #Techognition and National Careers Week

Winter trees at sunset

Education newsletter, January 2020

Chemistry: Making the Difference, free-to-attend PD and teacher training scholarships

A frosty autumn leaf

Education newsletter, November 2019

2020 education awards, inclusive lesson planning and events for early-career teachers

A selection of different pumpkins

Education newsletter, October 2019

Teaching unfamiliar contexts, Olympiad 2020 and teacher training scholarships

More newsletters and email alerts

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Email alerts

How to receive the latest news, articles and resources from RSC Education and Education in Chemistry by email