Helen Darlington CSciTeach's schedule for ASE 2025 Annual Conference

The ASE is delighted to be hosting its Annual Conference, generously sponsored by AQA, at the University of Nottingham from 9th to 11th January 2025. International sessions are incorporated throughout the event’s 3 days and we will have a great exhibition with lots of exclusive Conference offers. Post-16 focus-day and for those involved in leading and delivering professional development, the Teacher Developers’ Group programme is Thursday. Friday is the dedicated Technicians day, kindly sponsored by Philip Harris, and Early Career Teacher day. Sessions for both Primary and 11-19 are threaded throughout all 3 days with a focus on Research on Saturday.

Book your tickets now at https://ase2025AnnConf.eventbrite.co.uk - and remember, if you are an ASE member you will benefit from hugely discounted prices! Check out our membership here - it’s free for Early Career Teachers and only £25 for Technicians!

Helen Darlington CSciTeach

Faculty Progress Leader: Science

About me

Dr Helen Darlington, CSciTeach, is currently Faculty Progress Leader for Science at South Wirral High School. She is an innovative and experienced teacher of science, biology and psychology with over 20 years of classroom experience. In addition to classroom teaching she has had a number of leadership responsibilities including head of department and curriculum development. In 2017, Helen completed her PhD at UCL IOE which investigated ways to improve students’ interest in 14-16 science in English Schools through the application of psychological theories. Her passion for evidence based professional development is shared through her contributions to national and international conferences and a range of publications.

My Speakers Sessions

15:45 GMT

ASE Policy Group: what does ASE do for members and what should we do next? Chemistry LT X2 (with sink)Jane Turner CSciTeach • Caroline Smith • Helen Darlington CSciTeach