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What is CLEAPSS
CLEAPSS resources give teachers ideas for exciting and engaging practical activities that fire pupils' imaginations and then, unlike many other sources of ideas, go on to show teachers and technicians in detail how to translate the ideas into safe and exciting experiences in the classroom.
CLEAPSS advice and documentation is recognised by the Health and Safety Executive and the Department for Education.. (read more)
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Help make a real difference in science education
The 2025 Science Teaching Survey is open now. 
 
You work in education, which means you understand the challenges better than anyone.  
 
The Science Teaching Survey is the largest science education survey in the UK and Ireland. In this year’s survey, we’re asking what you need: the missing tools, resources and approaches that could make a real difference.  
 
Tell us where the issues you’re facing today, by completing the survey!  



CLEAPSS at the ASE Conference 2025
Find all the resources related to our workshops, talks at the ASE Conference in Nottingham 2025.

CLEAPSS - Teachers H&S Self Study Online Course
We have developed a new self-study course for teachers, which covers the basics of health & safety and how to manage practical work and risk assessments in lessons.

We expect this to take 2-3hrs to complete.

This is a FREE course, all you need to do is complete this registration form.

The course is made up of a series of videos and some tasks. There is an option to download / print off the PowerPoint slides used in the videos to enable users to made notes during the course.

Eye protection vs Goggles
Unsure of the differences between Googles and Eye Protection (safety specs) ?

The read our buying guide which outlines the differences between the two.
CLEAPSS resources for techs
A video to highlight CLEAPSS resources technicians may find helpful when organising prep rooms and labs, and which could also save them valuable time. 



What's new.. All new documents..
GL393 - Dissection
This guide gives advice about how to carry out dissections safely.  This includes how to store and prepare the dissection material, what equipment to use, and clearing up and disposal.
 (31 Mar 2025)
GL372 - Setting up & using a microscope
Clear illustrated guidance on how to set up and use a microscope.
 (31 Mar 2025)
G001 - A guide to CLEAPSS services
This guide assembles, in one booklet, information about the purpose of CLEAPSS and the services it offers and is likely to be useful to members and those thinking of becoming members.
 (28 Mar 2025)
SRA028 – Rainbow flames
Alcohol is added to a series of beakers or crystallizing dishes containing metal salts and boric acid. The vapour is ignited and coloured flames are observed.
 (27 Mar 2025)
PS043 - Repair and service agents for miscellaneous equipment
A regularly-updated list of companies which will repair and service a wide variety of school science equipment. The list includes meters of all sorts, anatomical models, vacuum pumps, gas cylinder reg.. full details
 (12 Mar 2025)