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Read the latest insights on physics teaching and learning from The Ogden Trust.

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Government releases enrichment framework for schools

15 June 2026

Eight benchmarks for enrichment to provide a clear, simple structure.

two students measure the air flow from a fan they have connected to 3 batteries on the table in front of them

Seven ways to build deep thinking in primary physics teaching

7 May 2026

How do we help all pupils build secure understanding in primary physics?

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Strengthening physics teaching foundations

13 April 2026

"Having an experienced physics teacher as a mentor has enabled me to grow professionally in ways that would have been difficult to achieve on my own."

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Fast-track physics journey

27 March 2026

"...without doubt, the most effective professional development course I have delivered for my team."

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Physics under threat

9 February 2026

Devastating funding cuts being faced in fundamental areas of physics research.

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Riding the wave

7 November 2025

Celebrating 10 years of Coastal Energy internships and securing a sustainable future for the programme.

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In response to the Curriculum and Assessment Review

7 November 2025

We look forward to seeing how the recommendations in this review are taken forward into practice.

Sixth formers receiving extra tuition from Cambridge University academics during an Isaac Science residential programme.

Funding physics education for all

15 October 2025

£1.5m Isaac Science funding from The Ogden Trust.

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Purposeful, powerful and practical support

16 September 2025

Launching our new strategy for 2026-2031.

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Isaac Physics symposium

26 July 2025

More than 80 teachers attended the annual Isaac Physics symposium, which is supported by The Ogden Trust.

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Developing leaders

9 July 2025

“Helping teachers to see themselves as change agents.”

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A festival of physics

8 July 2025

Supporting Physics Partners in their mission to help teachers deliver practical, engaging physics.