At Wombridge Primary School, we aim to make science fun while ensuring that all children are able to develop their scientific knowledge and understanding through each area of learning. We are equipping children with the scientific knowledge required to understand the uses and implications of science today and for the future.
In Foundation Stage, the children learn to use all of their senses to explore the world around them. They explore and identify changes though cooking and observations of the seasons.
In Key Stage One, the children begin to understand how to work scientifically, making reference to fair testing, predictions and recording results.
In Key Stage Two, the children deepen their understanding of working scientifically, building on prior knowledge through research and investigating.
We use Grammarsaurus to deliver the Science National Curriculum.
Vocabulary
Being able to use and apply scientific vocabulary, enables the children to better understand the subject, the topic content and communicate their ideas accurately with others. Each unit from Grammarsaurus has a key vocabulary list that is topic specific.
Science Vocabulary Progression
Wombridge Science Progression Document
The expected impact of the Science curriculum is that children will:
- Develop scientific knowledge and understanding of concepts, answering scientific questions about the world around them through different types of enquiries.
- Develop and use a range of skills including observations, planning and carrying out investigations.
- To evoke an enthusiasm and enjoyment for scientific learning and discovery, creating independent learners who are eager to explore scientific questions.
- Be equipped with the knowledge needed to understand the breadth of Science, through both it’s uses and the implications of it, today and in the future.
- Use a range of methods to communicate their scientific findings and present it, including written explanations, ICT, diagrams, graphs and charts. These latter methods allow the children to apply their mathematical skills, in the areas of measure and data handling.
- Meet the end of key stage expectations outlined in the National Curriculum for Science.
