Our Vision (Intent)

Our Science curriculum aims to develop a sense of excitement and curiosity about natural phenomena and an understanding of how the scientific community contributes to society, in the past, present and future.

We aim that all our pupils will develop a complex knowledge of biology, chemistry and physics alongside a broad range of skills in working scientifically and beyond. Our science curriculum is meaningful and enables them to make associations between their scientific learning and their lives outside of the classroom. In addition, we believe that studying science will allow pupils to appreciate how their knowledge and skills can be fundamental to solving arising global challenges. The curriculum aims to encourage critical thinking and empower pupils to question the hows and whys of the world around them, now and in the future.

Aims:

• To develop knowledge alongside scientific skills across biology, chemistry and physics
• To foster curiosity and excitement about familiar and unknown observations
• To challenge misconceptions about demystifying truths.
• To ensure progression by building practical and investigative skills across all units.
• To promote critical thinking, with the ability to ask perceptive questions and explain and analyse evidence.
• To develop scientific literacy using wide- ranging, subject-specific vocabulary.