Science is a very inclusive subject, a subject where all children discover interests in relation to the world in which we live. Science provides children with opportunities to question and investigate the physical world. It provides opportunities for all children to develop essential life skills without stifling creativity. Almost all lessons lend themselves to active learning, involving educational discussions. Children work together thinking, pairing and sharing ideas, and develop a good level of curiosity and understanding of science concepts. Science is an area of the curriculum which nurtures and can establish life long learning and future careers in the science and technologies which are increasingly useful in today’s economy.

Sciences include the study of Planet Earth, including biodiversity, energy, sustainability and space; Forces, including electricity, Biological Systems and Materials and Properties. Through learning in the Sciences, pupils develop an understanding of the environment and their place in the living, material and physical world. They also develop an understanding of the impact of science on their world. Topics and themes your child may study are Space – The Solar System, Electricity and Magnetism. Where appropriate, classes visit the Science centre in connection with their science theme/topic. This helps to bring science to life where our children can get involved in a world of wonder!