The national curriculum is followed and where possible, links to other topics are made to deepen their learning. All classes follow a curriculum overview.

Each class follows the Collins scheme of work – selecting and adapting the lessons that best suit their class’s needs for development regarding skills whilst still covering the objectives.  This scheme of work and teachers planning provides differentiation, challenge and progression for all pupils.

Working scientifically skills are embedded throughout lessons and are developed through following the skills progression grid which provides a framework of expectation across year groups.  

Topics are taught at the appropriate times of year to best incorporate experiences and awareness of the concepts.

Teachers have access to a wide variety of resources and scientific equipment for every topic to ensure their lessons are engaging, inclusive and embed scientific understanding.

Teachers are also encouraged to incorporate outdoor learning wherever possible in order for children to develop an understanding of the world around them.

Teachers create a positive attitude to science within their classrooms and reinforce to all children that they are capable of achieving high standards in science.

Independence is encouraged through investigating their own questions and testing their ideas.

Children usually work in mixed ability groups to support and extend each other’s learning.

Children’s knowledge is assessed in lessons through questioning, observation and written work. Their working scientifically skills are assessed at the end of each term, to track progression and areas to develop.

Classrooms have a Science displays which celebrates work and acts as a working wall to enhance the teaching and learning

We also continually foster a love of Science through holiday homework tasks, links to other topics, Science days, school trips and visitors.