Science


	The subject leader for Science in school is Mrs Lowe.


Curriculum Overview		Key Learning

The Intent of our Science Curriculum

In our school we want our children to explore their understanding of the world through the scientific skills of observation, comparing and contrasting, questioning, investigating, testing and recording.

Our children will gain Scientific knowledge in twelve key area:

Plants
Living things and their habitats
Animals, including humans
Evolution and inheritance
Seasonal changes
Materials
Rocks
Light
Forces
Sound
Electricity
Earth and space

The Implementation of our Science Curriculum

Topics are often covered several times during a child’s time in school and each time children will build on their previous learning in order to develop a deeper understanding of the topic.

Science teaching can take place in a variety of settings and across all areas of the curriculum e.g. children will learn about the changes that happen to their body as they grow in HRE as well as science and they might investigate the effects of exercise on their heart rate as part of PE.

Science is not always a classroom based subject and learning also takes place as part of school trips, themed activity weeks and outdoor exploration.

The Impact of our Science Curriculum

We want our children to grow up with a sense of awe and wonder and an eagerness to explore their place in the God’s world. Our children love to ask questions and are constantly curious, often wanting to carry on their learning outside of the classroom.

Teachers ensure science is taught using the following School Principles: