OPA Lofthouse Gate Awarded Primary Science Quality Mark

Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate, Wakefield has been awarded the Primary Science Quality Mark (PSQM) after successfully evidencing the strength of their science curriculum. Feedback from the review included many positive comments about the school’s approach to teaching and learning science, with the reviewer noting: ‘This is a significant award, as it means as well as science being developed school-wide in this establishment, the school is also starting to influence practice on other schools where science may not be as strong as it is at Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate. A lot of people have a great deal to be thankful for in the local area.’

Sarah Jagger, Science Leader at the school, said:

“Achieving the PSQM is a reflection of all the hard work which has been put in by our school staff and leaders in delivering the science curriculum. We’re delighted that the review feedback highlights our continued pursuit of excellence in science. It’s a subject that our children love to engage with and we hope they continue to do so throughout their educational journey.”

PSQM is a comprehensive evidence-based professional development programme that effectively develops science leadership, ensuring teachers have the knowledge, capability and support they need to transform science education and shape future generations. 

The Primary Science Quality Mark is led by the University of Hertfordshire.

Helen Sizer, PSQM Co-Director, said:

“By enabling effective science leadership, PSQM is powering the potential of all children to see the relevance and importance of science in their lives, now and in the future. Schools that have achieved a Primary Science Quality Mark have demonstrated a significant commitment to science leadership, teaching and learning and the profile and quality of science in each accredited school is very high. Science subject leaders, their colleagues, headteachers, children, parents and governors should be very proud.”