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Teachers inspired at Oxfordshire Primary Science Conference 2026
Tuesday 7th July 2026
Local primary teachers came together at the Science Oxford Centre on 6th July for the annual Oxfordshire Primary Science Conference, a day dedicated to sharing expertise, exploring new approaches to teaching and learning, and celebrating the vital role of science in primary education.
Young scientists showcase bright ideas at the Big Science Event
Thursday 18th June 2026
Pupils from Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire came together on 16th June at the Big Science Event at the Science Oxford Centre, in collaboration with the Great Science Share for Schools, to share their scientific investigations into some big questions about the world around them.
A nose for nature: meet super-sniffer detection dogs protecting great crested newts
Tuesday 7th April 2026
Detection dogs Jack and Keira are being trained to sniff out great crested newts. They recently showed off their specialised skills with their licensed handler, ecologist Nikki Morton from Morph Ecological Consultants, at the Science Oxford Centre.
What If? Science Oxford and Emma Young at the Oxford Literary Festival
Tuesday 24th March 2026
What if the sea wasn’t salty? What if we made buildings from rubies? What if dogs had antennae? Just a few very important questions explored at our partnership Oxford Literary Festival show with science author Emma Young.
Meteors, Moons and Life Elsewhere? Starry night wows young astronomers
Tuesday 3rd March 2026
From meteors to Jupiter and its Moons, young stargazers witnessed the wonders of the night sky
Shaping the next generation in STEM: How you can help
Friday 27th February 2026
Science Oxford is inviting businesses and career scientists to help open doors for young people by showcasing the real pathways, passions, and possibilities within the world of STEM.
Honing higher-order thinking skills with Great Science Share for Schools
Tuesday 13th January 2026
In the latest special edition of the Association for Science Education Primary Science journal, The Oxford Trust’s Director of Science Education and Engagement Francesca MacLennan reflects on Science Oxford’s Big Science Event run in collaboration with the Great Science Share for Schools and how these platforms springboard pupils’ thinking skills in science.
Young stargazers discover the wonders of space at the Science Oxford Centre
Thursday 4th December 2025
From meteorites to the Moon, young explorers discovered the wonders of space at Starry Night
Investing in teachers: Why high-quality CPD matters
Tuesday 28th October 2025
Great primary science teaching doesn’t happen by chance — empower yourself, your colleagues, and your young scientists through purposeful CPD with Science Oxford.
Super Science Saturday inspires families with IF Oxford
Wednesday 22nd October 2025
Celebrating super science! Hundreds of curious festival-goers from Oxfordshire and beyond visited the Science Oxford Centre this October for Super Science Saturday, a fun-filled day of discovery with IF Oxford, the science and ideas Festival.
Super Science – imaginations fly to the Moon and back with IF Oxford
Tuesday 30th September 2025
Read our top tips for IF Oxford, Oxford’s science and ideas Festival 2025! With over 100 events for all the family from 17 October until 2 November, there really is something for everyone.
The Oxford Trust marks 40 years of championing science with a special celebration at Rhodes House
Friday 26th September 2025
The Oxford Trust marked its 40th anniversary with a special evening at Rhodes House on 25th September 2025. The event brought together 200 guests from the worlds of science, business, education, and members of the wider community.