The Axminster Primary Academy Science Curriculum showing what is taught, and when. We follow the National Curriculum for science, which was revised in September 2014. Our aim is to ensure that all pupils:
We will enable pupils to carry out scientific enquiries and work scientifically. They will be given regular opportunities to:
Our overview curriculum map outlines the different topic areas pupils study at different points in their time at our school. Please note that some major topic areas, such as Animals, including Humans, are revisited due to extensive content and the intention to secure progression in pupils knowledge and understanding.
Key Stage 1 pupils will:
Lower Key Stage 2 (Years 3 and 4) pupils will:
Upper Key Stage 2 (Years 5 and 6) pupils will:
Principles for the teaching and learning of science
Practical and hands-on: Science teaching and learning uses practical hands-on resources.
Range of enquiry: Children develop a full range of enquiry skills. Teachers are confident teaching enquiry and understand progression.
Subject knowledge: Teachers show an interest in science. Concepts and knowledge are firmly secured for both children and teachers. Common pupil misconceptions are known.
Exciting: Teachers are creative and imaginative in their approach to teaching science. Children are excited about their learning in science.
Real life: Science provision relates to real life contexts and experiences. This includes working in an outdoor environment and trips.
Questions: Children are encouraged to be curious and pose questions. They have the opportunity to answer their own questions through practical enquiry.
Language: Children have a secure understanding of key vocabulary and use it with precision and confidence.
Curriculum links: links are made across the curriculum to enhance and promote scientific understanding.
Progress: All children make progress in their scientific knowledge and skills. Good use is made of assessment to inform further teaching.
Famous Scientists: Children are aware of famous scientists, their fields of work and their impact on society.
Future: Children see themselves as scientists; they are aware of the role of science in daily life and are aware that science offers opportunities for future jobs
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