Science
Intent: What do we want our children to learn?
We want children at Fircroft to be inquisitive and curious budding scientists! Our broad and balanced science curriculum aims to equip children with the knowledge and skills to confidently engage with a range of scientific concepts and processes and develop both respect and wonder for the world we live in.
Implementation: What does science look like at Fircroft?
Scientific learning begins in the Early Years where children are encouraged and supported to engage in hands-on investigations, make observations and raise questions about the world around them. Then, from Year 1 up to Year 6, children explore specific areas of science each term, covering a broad and balanced curriculum drawn from the three disciplines of Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Impact: How do we support children to retain their knowledge and check that they have?
Our science curriculum is carefully planned to ensure a clear progression of knowledge and scientific skills. We check that children are making good progress with their knowledge and skills acquisition through regular recaps of prior learning, explicit teaching of new vocabulary, end of unit quizzes and learning walks. We also regularly conduct pupil voice to find out what the children know and love about science!
Knowledge Organisers
Year 1 Autumn 1 Seasonal Changes
Year 2 Autumn 1 Animals, including humans 1 - Growth
Year 5 Autumn 1 Properties of Materials
