Our intent is to develop pupils who …

Are naturally curious about the world around them.
Understand the world through the specific disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics.
Understand the nature, processes and methods of science through different types of science enquiries and answer scientific questions about the world around them.
Are interested and ask questions about what they notice using scientific language to talk about what they have found out and record their findings in a variety of different ways.
Are equipped with the scientific knowledge required to understand the uses and implications of science, today and for the future.

Science

How do we promote learning in Science?

Science is taught in all year groups. It provides children with the foundations and knowledge for understanding the world. Our engagement with the local environment ensures children learn through varied first hand experiences of the world around them.

Whole school Curriculum Overview for Science.

“Science is finding out things.” Dylan Y3

“It is active and we like doing experiments.” Oscar Y2 

What does Science look like at St John's?

We strive to make Science exciting, fun, interesting, practical & challenging for all pupils.
Science lessons involve discussions, problem-solving opportunities, predicting, testing, questioning, finding out & recording.