Science

We use White Rose Science  to ensure a connected and progressive science teaching journey from Early Years Foundation Stage to Year 6. A key objective is to cultivate a rich vocabulary among our students, which is taught and reinforced as topics are revisited throughout different year groups within the key stages. We ensure that retrieval tasks , that integrate prior learning, run consistently throughout a science topic. This practice guarantees that children continuously revisit relevant vocabulary, equipping them with the confidence to fluently employ scientific terminology within science and other subject areas. In Year 5 children benefit from our partnership with Cheadle Hulme School and take part in 3 enriching science workshops using a Science Specialist. 

Additionally, our students frequently engage in scientific inquiry, honing their skills as budding scientists. We place particular emphasis on the five main areas of scientific investigation, encouraging our students to plan, execute, and evaluate experiments regularly, while also incorporating essential scientific concepts and knowledge. 

We believe that our children gain a lot from these experiences and they develop a sense of pride in themselves, their school and their community. Our science curriculum enables children to develop skills including cooperation and problem solving and gives them the chance to explore science in ways which are meaningful and relevant to them.  We stimulate children's natural curiosity and nurture their understanding of the implications and applications of science in our current society, as well as its relevance for the future.