Improving Graph Conclusions in Science | Staff PL Video + Resources

Help pupils move beyond simply drawing graphs to interpreting data scientifically with this short staff professional learning resource focused on improving scientific writing through graph conclusions.

This PL resource supports teachers in embedding a clear structure for analysing and explaining data so pupils develop stronger scientific reasoning and literacy skills.

The training introduces two key frameworks:

SALUTE – supporting accurate graph construction
Scale • Axis • Label • Units • Title • Explain

Graph Conclusion Structure
Trend → Data → Science → Evaluation

Teachers are shown how to model high-quality examples (WAGOLL), support pupils with sentence starters, and gradually reduce scaffolding so pupils become more independent in interpreting graphs.

This resource supports teachers to:

• Improve pupils’ scientific writing and data interpretation
• Ensure every graph includes a written conclusion
• Develop pupils’ ability to explain patterns using scientific knowledge
• Strengthen literacy through numeracy and evidence-based explanations

Included in this resource

✔ Staff CPD training video
✔ SALUTE graph rules visual poster
✔ Graph conclusion structure guide
✔ Sentence starters for interpreting graphs
✔ Example WAGOLL graph conclusion

Ideal for

• Secondary science departments
• Staff professional learning sessions
• Numeracy across the curriculum
• Improving extended scientific explanations

Perfect for department CPD or individual professional learning.