Why is science important?
Science is an important and valued subject because it is highly relevant; an integral part of daily life, from cooking and checking the weather, to recycling and nature walks.
Through science, our lives are changed for the better. We believe all pupils should be taught about the role that science plays in positive advancements, as well as scientific knowledge, methods and processes.
Advances in science are continuing to transform our world at lightning speed and we need to do our best to prepare our pupils for a future we can only imagine.
When is Science taught?
Science is taught through thematic units. The attached overview (Appendix 1) maps out which thematic units feature this subject and the Long-Term Plan (Appendix 2) clearly shows the objectives taught.
How is Science taught?
Science is taught through working scientifically (involving practical investigation, observation and application skills, enquiry and research) alongside specific taught subject knowledge. Learning takes place both inside and outside the classroom.
What do we learn about in Science?
We learn about:- plants, animals, including humans, materials, seasonal changes, living things and their habitats, light and heat, forces and magnets, sound, electricity, Earth and space, evolution and inheritance and movement.
In EYFS science is delivered through Understanding of the World in units such as Under the Sea and What on Earth. Children are taught scientific skills by comparing patterns and change, observing animals and plants and explaining and talking about changes, the features of their immediate environment and why some things occur.
National Curriculum Coverage
Pathfinders science curriculum coverage.pdf
Adventurers science curriculum coverage.pdf
Navigators science curriculum coverage.pdf
Science Intent