Science Week 2025: Change and adapt - Exploring amazing reptiles with our animal expert, Mike Linley.
Developing Experts will stream two LIVE lessons as part of Science Week 2025 on Friday 7th March. The link to the sessions will appear on your dashboard, as well as in the Live Lessons tab. If you cannot attend the sessions live, you will be able to access a recording of the lesson within this unit page.
Session 1: 9.30 am for EYFS and KS1 - Remarkable Reptiles: Their Changes Over Time
Session 2: 11 am for KS2 - Reptiles Uncovered: Adaptations, Habitats and Survival
KS3 Session - Exploring Reptiles: Changes and Adaptations This will not be streamed live but will be available to watch from Friday 7th March.
We will provide handouts so pupils can take part in activities during the lesson, along with a lesson plan and teacher notes. We will also provide some follow-up activities so classes can continue this learning throughout Science Week.
Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions.
Clare is an experienced primary school teacher, having worked across both Key Stage 1 and Early Years. Before joining Developing Experts, Clare worked as a Quality Assurance Inspector for a childcare agency, following OFSTED's inspection criteria. Clare is passionate about education and ensuring children's learning is exciting and fun!
In her spare time, Clare is also a mother of two very active children and lots of animals! She enjoys a variety of sports and loves the outdoors!
Katie is the Chief Operating Officer at DE, which means she oversees HR, finance and our business model. After studying Drama at Exeter University, Katie spent three years as a primary teacher, before relocating to Norfolk and joining Developing Experts.
In her spare time, Katie likes to sing with Norwich Harmony barbershop chorus and has recently formed a quartet. Katie loves cooking and spending time with her husband, Bryan and dog, Bertie. She has an endearing laugh, which has to be heard to be believed. Many of us see Katie as the office 'Mum', she gives great hugs and keeps our spirits up.
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Matthew is an experienced and qualified educator, with a background in both classroom and outdoor settings. He is passionate about making learning engaging for all involved and creates content which enhances children’s experiences in education and those delivering it. With a strong belief in the value of education, Matthew recognises the importance of enabling children and adults to access any curriculum content with ease, regardless of their backgrounds. In his spare time, Matthew loves being with family and friends; additionally, he has a keen interest in the performing arts and volunteers time as a voice-over artist.
Samantha is a dedicated and accomplished science educator with over 15 years of leadership experience in the field, coupled with a strong background in scientific analysis. She has a proven track record of strategically managing educational departments, driving operational efficiencies, and nurturing collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
Samantha previously served as the Head of Chemistry and Sixth Form Tutor, Ilkley Grammar School, Ilkley with extensive Key Stage 4 and 5 teaching experience and leadership. In addition to her teaching and leadership roles, she is also an examiner for AQA, providing her with valuable insight into assessment standards and exam specifications.
In her spare time, Samantha enjoys playing the accordion with her local orchestra and has recently taken up cricket, where she's enthusiastically honing her skills both on and off the pitch!