Our Science curriculum aims to inspire pupils to become curious, inquisitive and analytical thinkers with a broad understanding of the natural world – in other words, to think like scientists. The intention is for pupils to develop the confidence to ask questions, make observations, carry out investigations, record data in a variety of ways and analyse and present their findings.
The curriculum aims to build an awareness of how science influences everyday life and drives progress in society. The intent is to encourage pupils to become reflective, responsible individuals who use scientific knowledge and skills to make informed decisions and contribute positively to the world around them.
The curriculum is designed to be both accessible and ambitious for mixed age classes, ensuring all learners’ full participation and potential achievement.
Based on the National curriculum, the following three strands have been identified, which run throughout the Science curriculum:
Developing scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the specific disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics.
Developing an understanding of the nature, processes and methods of science through different types of enquiry that help pupils answer questions about the world around them.
Equipping pupils with the scientific knowledge required to understand the uses and implications of science, today and for the future.
The scheme supports SMSC by encouraging children to:
Lessons promote British values (democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance) by incorporating activities that encourage debate, respect for differing opinions and an understanding of societal structures.
Our Primary’s Art and design curriculum broadens children’s experiences by introducing them to a diverse range of artists, artistic traditions and cultural contexts. It ensures pupils develop the knowledge, skills and visual literacy needed to engage meaningfully with the creative world around them.
Science scheme incorporates a spiral curriculum model, ensuring that children revisit and develop their understanding of key themes and concepts as they progress through the curriculum.
This approach allows them to make meaningful connections, reinforce their learning and achieve mastery over time.
Our science lessons include ongoing assessment opportunities, such as questioning, retrieval practice and interactive activities.
These enable teachers to assess understanding in real time and adapt their teaching accordingly.
Each unit provides an Assessment quiz and Knowledge catcher, which allow teachers to measure pupils’ understanding at key points.
These tools help gauge how well pupils have retained key knowledge and skills over time.
Should you have any questions about the curriculum, please contact Mr Joseph via info@thelight-school.org
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