Science
Science
As a values-led school, our curriculum is underpinned by promoting inclusion, happiness and raising aspirations. It is through these values that we develop the whole child. We believe that the skills we equip our children with will enable them to go into the world as curious, independent thinkers who are able to appraise and consider any views they are exposed to.
Science Subject Intent
It is our intent that children will be engaged, inspired and challenged by science and will want to do science at home, outdoors, further education and careers in the future. We aim for our children to want to Go Further With Science!
Science is underpinned by the national curriculum. We want them to be able to talk about science – we give them subject specific vocabulary and we give them lots of opportunities to talk in class. We want our children to have practical opportunities as their experience at home and in the local area is likely to be limited. We, at school, need to give them lots of practical experiences. Clear and straightforward knowledge and the skills to work like a scientist. Raising our pupil’s science capital. We want our children to say YES to Science!
Key features of our Science curriculum:
- The first 5 minutes of every science lesson are vocabulary activities.
- Lessons are hands on and experiential wherever possible.
- Opportunities for outdoor learning included.
- Opportunities for reading, writing and maths linked.
- Working scientifically
- Lots of opportunity for discussion