Make a prediction
Notice what you think, ask a question and choose something to test.
Science meets self belief
Big experiments.
Brave minds.
Hands on science that makes curiosity contagious, builds confidence through trying again, and helps pupils feel more capable, in the lab, in the classroom and beyond.
Years 5 to 6KS3 & GCSEStaff CPDParent workshops
Experiment. Learn. Try again.The science is real. So is the confidence.
The right conversation starts here
What is your school
trying to solve?
Don't begin with a programme brochure. Choose the challenge that sounds familiar, and we'll share three practical ideas you can use straight away, with or without us.
Choose your school
Primary schools · Years 5 & 6Confidence, science enrichment and the leap into Year 7.
Every doorway gives you three free ideas and a suggested next step. No diagnosis, no blame, no pressure.
Why the combination matters
Learning happens through doing.
We don't bolt a motivational talk onto a science lesson. The practical challenge itself becomes an opportunity to make predictions, navigate uncertainty, work together and improve.
Try, observe, adjust
Explore evidence, manage an unexpected result and decide what to change.
Explain & reflect
Communicate the science, and recognise how you approached the challenge.
Four moments to make an impact
A school year full of opportunity.
These are our main outreach themes, not fixed booking periods. Every programme can be tailored to a school's priorities and timetable.
Campaign availability, programme content and delivery dates are discussed with the school.
One day. Two kinds of growth.
Brilliant science. Greater confidence.
We arrive early, create memorable pupil experiences and leave teachers with practical things they can keep using.
Flexible: two big sessions or four rotationsAn example school day rhythm
Built around your school, not the other way round.
08:00
Staff briefingShared objectives, practical arrangements and what to notice.
09:00
Pupil investigations & rotationsTwo large cohorts or four smaller groups, with appropriate breaks.
12:45
The Big Practical Minds ChallengePredict, test, improve and explain through memorable practical science.
14:30
Celebrate, reflect & take awayChildren recognise scientific thinking and the ways they coped with challenge.
After school
Choose Science CPD or Mindset CPDOptional parent workshop available as part of a tailored package.
Whole school impact
For teachers. For families.
Not only for pupils.
Choose the kind of support that makes the biggest difference. Staff workshops can strengthen subject confidence, practical delivery or the relational conditions for learning.
Pathway 01 · Science CPD
Teach science with confidence.
Practical strategies for specialist and non specialist teachers.
Pathway 02 · Mindset CPD
Help pupils approach challenge.
Grounded approaches to confidence, emotions and participation.
A joined up partnership
Science expertise meets understanding.
Practical Minds is a collaboration, with a simple shared goal: make science exciting and accessible while giving pupils structured opportunities to develop confidence and resilience.
Science education
CSR TuitionHands on subject teaching, practical investigations, science enrichment and curriculum focused support.
Visit CSR Tuition ↗Behaviour & development education
Understood TogetherConfidence, resilience, understanding emotions, relationships and the transition challenges facing children and families.
Visit Understood Together ↗The Milo characters may feature as optional aids for making the invisible world of emotions easier to talk about. They are not the centre of the science programme.
Good questions
Before you enquire.
Is this only for Year 5 and Year 6?
No. Those year groups are a flagship focus, but we also offer a separate secondary pathway for KS3 and GCSE science.
Is Practical Minds science or life coaching?
It's a science led educational experience with thoughtfully integrated confidence and resilience skills. It isn't therapy or a clinical intervention.
Do you provide the practical equipment?
We agree equipment, location, supervision and safety arrangements with each school before confirming an activity. Some experiences have specific space or resource requirements.
Can we book staff CPD without a pupil day?
Yes, standalone Science or Mindset CPD is an option to discuss. We can also explore a larger school day with assemblies and family engagement.