Science
Our children have the right to be taught key knowledge and skills across the Science curriculum in order to help them to develop an understanding of the world around them. We are committed to providing a creative and engaging curriculum through exciting learning opportunities to all of our children. In EYFS, children explore scientific concepts under the heading of Understanding of the World and teaching and learning is focused around each child’s first hand experiences. In Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 scientific theories and concepts are explored through investigations. Children are taught and encouraged to predict, observe, measure, interpret, conclude and evaluate. We want to channel children’s natural curiosity of the world around them to inspire them to pursue further scientific enquiries. We want to encourage them to ask questions, problem solve and discuss their own theories and ideas.
If you would like any extra information about our Science curriculum or if you have any suggestions please contact Miss Whitehead who is our Science Lead.
Science at St Joseph's
Science at home
Based on conversations with the children in school and the parental questionnaire completed last year, it has become clear that many of you enjoy taking part in science based activities at home. The following websites may give you so more ideas to choose from. We would love to see what you get up to at home so please send pictures in to your class teacher when possible.
https://www.science-sparks.com/category/primary-science/key-stage-1-science/
https://www.sciencefun.org/kidszone/experiments/
https://www.science-sparks.com/category/key-stage-2-science/
https://www.firstdiscoverers.co.uk/early-years-science-activities-eyfs/j
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