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Children are naturally inquisitive about the world around them and come to school with their own knowledge and perceptions, both of which are constantly evolving. The Old School science curriculum, closely based on the National Curriculum, aims to tap into this enthusiasm to help children to develop their knowledge and understanding of the world about them and relate these to their everyday experiences.
The school is fortunate to have it's own dedicated science room which is well equipped for teaching science at primary level. Pupils from Year 3 to Year 6 are taught in the science room by an experienced specialist science teacher. The science room is adjacent to the computer room, enabling IT to be well embedded into the science curriculum.
As well as traditional "test tubes and bunsen burners" (used mainly in Year 6 classes), the room is equipped with an electronic balance, electronic stop watches, datalogging equipment and a digital microscope which displays onto a large screen using a digital projector.
The school site includes a large fenced off wildlife area and pond which provides a very accessible resource for habitat study, including pond dipping.
Popular after school science clubs take place on Tuesday and Thursday evenings during the winter terms.
A year 3 science lesson
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Year 6 pupils identify minibeasts from the school pond
Reception children in the school garden
After-school science club
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