“I applied my mind to study and to explore by wisdom all that is done under the heavens. What a heavy burden God has laid on mankind! " Ecclesiastes 1:13-17
Science Vision Statement
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At Our Lady of Lourdes we aim to provide our children with the knowledge and skills they need to become super scientists! We offer a science curriculum that evokes curiosity, excitement and understanding about the world around them through the specific disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics whilst supporting the fundamental British Values. The curriculum also ensures progression of skills and scientific language is to be taught and built upon as topics are revisited in different year groups and across key stages. We know that our children learn through enquiry-based learning. Throughout our school children are encouraged to develop and use a range of working scientifically skills including questioning, researching and observing for themselves. Science at Our Lady of Lourdes has been structured to allow for independent exploration and investigation that then leads to progression of communication. At Our Lady of Lourdes, our children have access to whole school science themed days and after school Science clubs. These experiences, along with our progressive, creative curriculum, will enable our children to thrive as educated citizens of the future and through a growth mind-set approach, know that their learning has no limits. They will enable our children to facilitate a love for science and will build up their scientific confidence. Our children understand that ‘what you are is God’s gift to you, what you become is your gift to God’. |
Science Intent Statement
The national curriculum for science aims to ensure that all pupils:
- develop scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the specific disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics
- develop understanding of the nature, processes and methods of science through different types of science enquiries that help them to answer scientific questions about the world around them
- are equipped with the scientific knowledge required to understand the uses and implications of science, today and for the future.
Implementation of the Science Curriculum
The curriculum is led and overseen by the Science subject lead. A regular programme of monitoring, evaluation and review and the celebration of good practice will contribute to the ongoing commitment to evolve and improve further.
The teaching, learning and sequencing of the Science curriculum is implemented through:
- A blocked curriculum approach to ensure coverage and progression in all skills relating to Science, including: Scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding; the nature, processes and methods of Science and the uses and implications of Science today and for the future.
- Opportunities for ‘working scientifically’ which are embedded within the Science curriculum.
- Clear learning objectives from which to plan, teach and assess knowledge.
- In the EYFS, Science will be taught through continuous provisions ans predominantly through the area of ‘Knowledge and Understanding of the World’.
- Development of long term memory by allowing for repetition of learning within the year and year on year.
- The identification of subject specific vocabulary, which is taught through each topic.
- Links made to other subject where appropriate.
- Whole school resources which are available to support the teaching of Science at Our Lady of Lourdes.
Science – Impact Statement
At Our Lady of Lourdes, our Science curriculum is designed to develop pupils’ curiosity, enthusiasm and understanding of the world around them. Through a carefully sequenced and practical curriculum, children acquire scientific knowledge and skills while developing a sense of wonder about natural phenomena, living things and the physical world. We encourage pupils to think critically, ask questions and investigate scientific ideas through enquiry-based learning.
The impact of our Science curriculum is evident in pupils’ ability to think and work scientifically, apply their knowledge to explain the world around them and make connections between different areas of learning. Through practical investigations and first-hand experiences, children develop confidence in observing, predicting, testing and evaluating, helping them to become independent and reflective learners.
Through their learning in Science, pupils:
- Develop secure knowledge and understanding of biology, chemistry and physics.
- Use scientific vocabulary accurately and confidently.
- Ask questions and show curiosity about the world around them.
- Plan and carry out a range of scientific enquiries and investigations.
- Make careful observations, gather evidence and interpret results.
- Develop the ability to work scientifically through predicting, testing, recording and evaluating.
- Apply their scientific knowledge to explain everyday phenomena and solve problems.
- Understand the importance of science in everyday life and its impact on the wider world.
- Develop resilience, critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Gain an appreciation of the contributions made by scientists and innovators throughout history and in the modern world.
We evaluate the impact of our Science curriculum through:
- Ongoing teacher assessment and feedback.
- Pupils’ ability to recall, explain and apply scientific knowledge.
- Observation of practical investigations and scientific enquiry skills.
- Written work, recorded investigations and scientific outcomes.
- Pupil discussions demonstrating understanding of scientific concepts and vocabulary.
- Subject leader monitoring, including lesson visits, work scrutiny and pupil voice.
- Assessment information showing progression in both scientific knowledge and enquiry skills.
- Pupils’ engagement, confidence and enthusiasm for scientific learning.
As pupils move through our school, they become increasingly knowledgeable, inquisitive and confident scientists. They leave primary school with a secure foundation in scientific knowledge and enquiry skills, an understanding of the world around them, and the curiosity and confidence to continue exploring and questioning as they progress into secondary education and beyond.
Long Term Over and National Curriculum Compliance
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Progression of Knowledge and Skills in Science
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