Intent

We believe that a high-quality science education provides the foundations for understanding the world around us. We aim to inspire curiosity and fascination about the natural and physical world, encouraging our pupils to develop a sense of wonder and excitement about everything from the tiniest insects to the vastness of space. Through exploring topics such as plants and animals, materials and their properties, forces, light, sound and electricity, children develop scientific knowledge that will form the building blocks for their future learning.

Our science curriculum, delivered through the Grammarsaurus scheme of work, intends to develop scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding whilst equipping pupils with the skills required to understand the uses and implications of science, today and for the future. We foster a sense of excitement and curiosity about natural phenomena and scientific discoveries, helping pupils to answer questions about the world through different types of hands-on scientific enquiries. We are committed to ensuring all children, regardless of background or ability, can access and succeed in science, building their confidence as young scientists who are ready to explore the world with enquiring minds.

Implementation

We use the Grammarsaurus science curriculum, which provides a carefully structured and progressive approach to teaching science from EYFS through to Year 6. This comprehensive scheme ensures:

• Progressive Knowledge Building: Content is sequenced to build upon prior learning, with clear progression in scientific knowledge and understanding across all year groups.
• Working Scientifically: Pupils develop enquiry skills through practical investigations, learning to observe, question, predict, test, record and conclude with increasing independence.
• Vocabulary Development: Scientific vocabulary is explicitly taught and regularly revisited to deepen understanding and enable children to communicate their ideas accurately.
• Hands-on Learning: Lessons incorporate practical experiments and investigations that bring concepts to life and engage pupils in active, meaningful learning experiences.
• Cross-curricular Connections: Science learning links naturally to other subjects, particularly mathematics, geography and computing, helping children see the relevance of science in the wider world.
• Enrichment Opportunities: Beyond weekly science lessons, we celebrate science through our annual Science Week, where children engage in special investigations, meet visiting scientists and STEM professionals, and participate in whole-school challenges.

Lessons typically include a balance of direct teaching, practical investigation, observation, discussion and recording activities, ensuring all children can access and excel in science.

Impact

The impact of our science curriculum is evident in every classroom and conversation. Our children demonstrate genuine enthusiasm for science, eagerly discussing their investigations and confidently explaining what they've discovered. When you ask our pupils about science, they can recall previous learning and make connections between topics - for example, Year 5 children link their understanding of forces from Year 3 to their current learning about Earth and space.

Children work scientifically with growing independence and precision. They plan fair tests, make careful observations, record results accurately and explain their conclusions using proper scientific vocabulary. During our recent Science Week, pupils showcased impressive investigative skills, from Reception children exploring materials and their properties to Year 6 conducting complex experiments on variables affecting absorption rates.

Our pupils are inspired by the world of science and can talk about famous scientists, current scientific developments and the many careers science opens up. Regular monitoring through learning walks, book scrutiny and pupil discussions shows strong progress across all year groups, with children's science books reflecting detailed investigations, thoughtful questioning and clear understanding of key concepts. Assessment data consistently demonstrates that our pupils are developing the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to succeed in science as they move forward in their education, with many expressing genuine excitement about continuing their scientific journey at secondary school.