Science curriculum intent:

At St George’s CE Primary School and Pre-School, we aim to inspire curiosity about the natural world through engaging and meaningful scientific experiences. We actively encourage children to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by providing scientific investigations and evidence-based conclusions. Communication and teamwork underpin much of our practice; we promote collaboration and communication through group experiments, analysis of results or scientific research.

Implementation:

The curriculum is sequenced to build on prior knowledge, with units progressing from simple to more complex concepts. Lessons include direct instruction, guided practice, and independent exploration, ensuring a balance of support and challenge. St George’s Primary School follows a rolling programme of scientific topics as it is delivered to mixed age classes. Key knowledge and key vocabulary are carefully selected and are explicitly taught and explained to the children.

Science Unit Overview

Progression of Science Key Knowledge and Skills