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St Clare's Science Principles and Vision
Science Principles and Vision
At St Clare's there is a clear vision for science, we place great emphasis on investigative skills in science. It is important that children understand scientific methods and are able to conduct fair tests with accuracy.
In the Early Years Foundation Stage science is experienced through the `knowledge and understanding of the world` area of learning. We aim to create a stimulating environment that encourages children to develop an interest in the environment around them both indoors and outdoors.
In Key Stage 1 we encourage the children to look more closely at the world around them, to become more curious and begin to ask questions. In Key Stage 2 we continue to develop scientific thinking and scientific working..
Throughout both key stages, children learn how to make comparisons and identify similarities and differences; make careful observations and draw conclusions from their observations; make predictions and suggest questions that can be tested; plan and carry out investigations with fair tests; collect evidence and present results and draw conclusions. Our main aim is for the children to explore their curiosities about the wider world.
Children learn about physical processes, life and living processes and materials and their properties.
Knowledge in science is learnt through a combination of experiment based learning, class teaching and using software to explain factual information and test learning.
Science Intent, Implement and Impact Statement
Science Intent, Implement and Impact Statement
Science Curriculum Overview
Progression in Science Learning
This document shows the progression in science learning at St Clare's RC Primary School, beginning in EYFs all the way up to Upper Key Stage two. This is the learning journey that will be taken, and the coverage of the substantive knowledge in all three key areas of primary science; Chemistry, Physics and Biology.
Progression in Science Learning
Science Enhancement Opportunities
Take a look at the science enhancement opportunities that tie in really well with your child's current learning in science. If you complete any of these fun activities, or any of your own please do send any photos to k.salza@st-clares.manchester.sch.uk We would love to see science taking place outside of the classroom!
Science Enhancement Opportunities
Enhancement Opportunities Autumn 2
Enhancement Opportunities Spring 1
Science Enhancement Opportunities Spring 2
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Useful websites
Here are some links to websites that you may find useful for supporting your child's science learning at home
A fantastic site to link science to creative writing and reading is: https://clarefearon.wordpress.com/
