Science Curriculum

Intent

A high-quality science education provides the foundations for understanding the world through the specific disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics. Science has changed our lives and is vital to the world’s future prosperity, and all pupils should be taught essential aspects of the knowledge, methods, processes and uses of science. Through building up a body of key foundational knowledge and concepts, pupils should be encouraged to recognise the power of rational explanation and develop a sense of excitement and curiosity about natural phenomena. They should be encouraged to understand how science can be used to explain what is occurring, predict how things will behave, and analyse causes. 

Implementation

  • Purposeful, hands-on and engaging learning opportunities encourage the development of scientific understanding and skills; 
  • Objectives across all strands of ‘working scientifically’ revisited and embedded within and across year groups / key stages to ensure cumulative fluency of scientific enquiry, processes and methods; 
  • Revisiting of content where appropriate to ensure depth of understanding; 
  • Connections made within and across subject areas and to the wider world to encourage children’s scientific curiosity. 

Impact

The Frenchwood Scientist is equipped with the skills to work scientifically and can communicate their findings in a variety of ways. They are curious about scientific processes and can apply a range of scientific enquiry techniques. The Frenchwood Scientist not only understands the science covered in the classroom but can make links with the outside world. They can make connections across and between the different curriculum areas and have a secure understanding of the content covered.

Progression

Subject Leadership 

I’m Faiza Desai, and I’m the Science Subject Leader at Frenchwood Community Primary School. Science is a subject that sparks curiosity, encourages exploration, and helps children make sense of the world around them - and I’m enthusiastic about making it exciting and accessible for all.

At Frenchwood, our science curriculum is designed to be firsthand, enquiry-based, and inclusive, allowing pupils to develop key skills in observation, investigation, and critical thinking. Every child is a natural scientist, and it’s our job to nurture that sense of wonder and discovery.

My aim is to ensure that science reflects the diversity of our school community, celebrates different perspectives, and connects learning to real-life experiences. Whether it’s exploring habitats, experimenting with materials, or learning about space, I want our pupils to feel inspired and empowered by what they learn.

I look forward to collaborating with staff, pupils, and families to build a science curriculum that is engaging, meaningful, and full of opportunities to explore, question, and grow.