Science
Vision
We inspire our children. We give them opportunities to pursue their natural curiosity. We explore and investigate. This helps develop their knowledge and understanding of the world around them.
We live in an increasingly scientific and technological age. We prepare children with the knowledge, skills and attitudes for an ever-changing world.
The importance of Science
Technology and the products of science surround us every day. Scientific skills and knowledge teach children how to think, learn, solve problems and make informed decisions. These skills are key to every aspect of a child’s education and life. They span from school to their career.
Science at Seaford Primary School
We use a variety of teaching and learning styles. These develop children’s knowledge, skills and understanding.
Investigations throughout the school follow the same format.
In key stage 1 we introduce predictions, equipment, diagrams, results and evaluations.
In key stage 2 we build on these and introduce methods, fair testing and conclusions.
We encourage children to ask and answer scientific questions. They observe, talk, listen, draw, write and evaluate what they have done. We encourage them to:
- read Science based texts
- use computing for research and recording
- take part in ‘real’ scientific activities, carrying out practical tasks
Intent
At Seaford Primary School we facilitate an enriching, inclusive science curriculum. Underpinning all lessons, we question, investigate and explore; creating a culture of critical thinking and resilience. We make links within and across subjects; building curiosity, enthusiasm and awareness of science in daily life, within our community and through different career paths. Making connections through the natural and physical world, we develop a clear understanding of how science relates to our lives. We live in an increasingly scientific and technological age.
We prepare children with the knowledge, skills and attitudes for an ever-changing world. By building upon prior knowledge, and using retrieval strategies, we ensure that children have a conceptual understanding and have the opportunity to explore and develop their sense of scientific enquiry.
Implementation
In order to allow children to reach their full potential, we cover the objectives set out in the Programmes of Study in the National Curriculum.
We mix the content knowledge and investigation skills needed to solve science problems and make decisions and predictions based on what they have learned. Key points we follow at Seaford Primary:
- Reflective learning and questioning opportunities for all pupils building on their prior knowledge and providing cross – curricular links.
- An environment that encourages pupils to pose their own questions and suggest their own way of investigating their hypotheses to develop their ideas and independence.
- Key vocabulary and scientific pedagogical methods are used in order to challenge pupils and broaden their understanding.
- Nurturing and applying pupils’ science learning to real – life experiences, making science meaningful.
- Hands– on, practical experiences of working in a range of scientific methods to explore, inspire and foster pupil’s natural curiosity.
- A creative, inclusive and stimulating science curriculum, enabling pupil to secure and extend their scientific knowledge and vocabulary. Making learning fun!
- Memorable, exciting and collaborative learning experiences that carry on beyond the classroom.
Impact
The impact of the Science curriculum at Seaford Primary can be see through:
- Our children retaining knowledge that gives them the foundations for understanding the world.
- Our children are able to question ideas, reflect upon knowledge and gain resilience when outcomes challenge their ideas
- Our children can ask questions, seek answers and are curious about the world around them, demonstrating an enquiring mindset.
- Our children work collaboratively to investigate and experiment, generating their own ideas for investigation where appropriate
- Our children are able to articulate their knowledge with confidence and to suggest improvements to their own work
- Our children display a keen interest in science, participating enthusiastically in lessons and extracurricular science activities.
Through our science curriculum we aim to cultivate a generation of scientifically literate individuals who are curious, knowledgeable, and prepared to engage with the scientific challenges of the future.