At St Clement’s Catholic Primary School, we recognise the importance of science in every aspect of daily life. As one of the core subjects taught in primary schools, we give the teaching and learning of science the prominence it requires. We encourage our pupils’ natural curiosity of the world and teach the knowledge and enquiry skills to develop their understanding of the world.

Intent

Our school's intent with our Science curriculum is to encourage love of learning about Science by stimulating the children's interest and enthusiasm for the subject. We aim to ensure that children learn to expand their knowledge of the world around them and practice key scientific skills such as researching, working methodically, recording, categorising and considering the implications of their scientific knowledge.

Children will work individually and as part of a team to carry out investigations. The aim being that the children’s lives are enriched with increasing confidence in their own learning, the embedding of meta-cognitive techniques for deeper consideration of the topic, and an understanding of the importance of working together independently and collaboratively.

Implementation

We use the Kapow Primary Science Curriculum, which aims to develop a sense of excitement and curiosity about natural phenomena and an understanding of how the scientific community contributes to our past, present and future.

This curriculum is designed to develop a complex knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and Physics, but also adopt a broad range of skills in working scientifically and beyond.

The scheme of work is inclusive and meaningful, so all pupils may experience the joy of science and make associations between their science learning and their lives outside the classroom.

Studying science allows children to appreciate how new 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.

Teachers are required to teach Science every week.