RSC and schools

The provision of quality science teaching in UK schools is essential if we are to provide the chemical scientists of the future and to raise general scientific literacy.

The RSC is committed to highlighting the need for adequate funding at the grass roots level, to inspire and motivate both students and teachers.

RSC Reports and Articles

Who teaches our children chemistry?

01 March 2006

Research shows that children do better when taught by a specialist, the RSC is campaigning for chemistry to be taught by specialists.

Labs, resources and budgets

01 January 2006

Laboratory experience is essential for those studying the chemical sciences, but many schools are unable to provide adequate facilities due to severe financial shortfalls

Downloadable Files

Improving school laboratories?
A Report for the Royal Society of Chemistry on the number and quality of new and re-furbished laboratories in schools, October 2006
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