Science Subject Intent
At Overthorpe C of E Academy, science is taught discretely with a focus of both knowledge and enquiry skills to ensure full coverage of the curriculum, which is both progressive and engaging to pupils. Our science curriculum draws on the White Rose Science curriculum and is designed with the belief that science provides the foundations for the understanding of the world and has been mapped out in order to meet the objectives guided by the National Curriculum. Through the delivery of our science curriculum, our aim is to build science capital for all of our children, regardless of their background and starting point, so that they are inspired to continue to use science in their everyday life, future education and careers.
We deliver a science curriculum that:
- Builds upon prior knowledge and a progression of skills to ensure all children have a secure understanding and knowledge of key science concepts.
- Develops scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the specific disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics.
- Develops an understanding of the nature, processes and methods of science through inquiry-based sessions, that help them to answer scientific questions about the world around them.
- Encourages our children to be self-motivated, independent, curious and resilient learners by developing inquiry-based skills.
- Equips pupils with the scientific knowledge required to understand the uses and implications of science, today and for the future.
- Provides opportunities to embed climate change and sustainability education, allowing children to explore their role in looking after the planet and the positive impact they can have, both locally and the wider world.
To develop the required skills for knowledge and working scientifically, children take on the role of scientists, which encourages a sense of curiosity and excitement about the natural world. To do this, we believe science should be delivered through creative, hands-on approaches, which allow children to take ownership over their learning and provide wider links to other subjects within the curriculum.