Science

Science at St Anne’s

At St Anne’s CE Primary School, we aim to meet the needs of all pupils in creating a curriculum that encourages children to become resilient learners of science. Our core values, particularly Respect, Courage and Wisdom, will be used to encourage children to understand how to explain what is occurring, predict how things will behave, and analyse causes. The curriculum is designed to progressively develop the children’s knowledge and understanding of our ever-changing diverse world. We aim to nurture the children’s natural curiosity and love of learning so that they appreciate the wonder and awe of science and develop a deeper respect for the natural world.

Through high quality teaching and learning experiences, we aim to develop every pupils’ key scientific knowledge, vocabulary and understanding of a range of scientific concepts, methods, processes and skills.  Pupils are encouraged to recognise the power of rational explanation and develop a sense of excitement and curiosity about natural phenomena.

Pupils are encouraged to develop and explore ideas through planned investigation and further make predictions, explain happenings and analyse data whilst communicating their ideas effectively. Within investigation, children should be encouraged to ask questions about observations whilst being guided to develop their understanding of scientific ideas through their enquiry. From EYFS to year 6, all children are immersed in scientific vocabulary, which aids children’s knowledge and understanding of our progressive and balanced science curriculum as well as the world around them.

In partnership with Primary Knowledge Curriculum (PKC) we ensure skills and knowledge are built upon as pupils move through St Anne’s Primary School.

We believe our children will:

• acquire a love and enjoyment of Science.

• follow a progressive science curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils.

• develop a broad vocabulary of science which will enable them to articulate their understanding of taught concepts.

• develop their scientific knowledge, conceptual understanding and ability to think and act scientifically.

• use a range of investigations and practical activities giving them a greater understanding of the concepts and knowledge of science.

• be equipped with the knowledge required to appreciate and understand science’s contribution to all aspects of everyday life.

• build on their curiosity and sense of awe of the natural world.

 

We believe that through these opportunities, children can become confident, life-long learners of Science who will shine in the world.

 

“The more I study science, the more I believe in God.” Einstein.

Science Curriculum Map Progression of knowledge and skills