Science

Albert Einstein's quote on scientists

‘Most people say that it is the intellect which makes a great scientist. They are wrong: it is character.’

Our Intent:

A high-quality science education provides the foundations for understanding the world through the specific disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics. Science has changed our lives and is vital to the world’s future prosperity, and all pupils should be taught essential aspects of the knowledge, methods, processes and uses of science. Through building up a body of key foundational knowledge and concepts, pupils should be encouraged to recognise the power of rational explanation and develop a sense of excitement and curiosity about natural phenomena. They should be encouraged to understand how science can be used to explain what is occurring, predict how things will behave, and analyse causes.

Through our science curriculum we offer a range of opportunities to explore and understand the world around us, gaining a secure knowledge of scientific concepts. Our curriculum is designed to engage all pupils and prepare them for future learning, encourage curiosity and questioning attitudes. In science we take pride in our pupils developing independence, confidence and resilience. We focus on building up extended specialist vocabulary, enabling pupils to articulate scientific concepts. We ensure pupils build an awareness of potential risks when investigating. We have designed a curriculum that asks pupils to be brave in their thinking, predicting, investigating and thus we nurture future scientists.

Our chosen vehicle for delivering the science programmes of study is Curriculum Maestro. Please see the Science overview below. 

The teaching of Science at Gossey Lane follows the principles as set out in the Improving Primary Science EEF document. 

WHMAT progression of Knowledge and SkillsWHMAT progression of skills for Working-Scientifically

Please click here to view our Science Gallery