The 2014 National Curriculum for Science aims to ensure that all children:

• develop scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the specific disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics
• develop understanding of the nature, processes and methods of science through different types of science enquiries that help them to answer scientific questions about the world around them
• are equipped with the scientific skills required to understand the uses and implications of science, today and for the future. We understand that it is important for lessons to have a skills-based focus, and that the knowledge can be taught through this.

At Stanion CofE Primary School, through science we encourage children to develop the knowledge and skills that pupils need to be inquisitive throughout their time at the school and beyond. The Science curriculum fosters a healthy curiosity and enthusiasm in children about our universe and promotes respect for the living and non-living. We also aim to develop resilience through practical explorations.

We believe science encompasses the acquisition of knowledge, concepts, skills and positive attitudes. Throughout the programmes of study, the children will acquire and develop the key knowledge and vocabulary that has been identified within each unit and across each year group, as well as the application of scientific skills, as specified in the National Curriculum. Our aim is for pupils to be articulate in the use of scientific vocabulary.

We ensure that the Working Scientifically skills are built-on and developed throughout pupil’s time at the school, so that they can apply their knowledge of science when using equipment, conducting experiments, building arguments and explaining concepts confidently, and continue to ask questions and be curious about their surroundings.