‘Science is what young children do: they experiment and discover.’ 

Science Vision Statement  

At Aston Clinton School, we aim to give children a passion for life-long scientific learning and a natural curiosity and engagement with the world around them. Our vision for science is based on our school principles of ‘Aspire, Care and Succeed’ and our belief that all learning should be engaging, enquiry based and enjoyable while developing knowledge and skills and giving equal opportunity to all. 

We believe that science at Aston Clinton School should enable children to ask questions and plan their own investigations in order to discover the answers. Lessons should be taught in a creative way, to spark the natural curiosity of children, by teachers who are confident and well prepared. We believe that children should be able to relate the science that they learn to their own lives and that lessons must be well- resourced and utilise the rich resources of our school site and those of the surrounding area. 

At our school, science is a vital part of the curriculum, inspiring pupils to develop curiosity about the world around them and a lifelong love of learning. Through practical, hands-on experiences, children explore scientific concepts, ask questions, make predictions, investigate ideas and evaluate evidence. This enquiry-based approach helps them develop critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills whilst building a secure understanding of scientific knowledge.

Science provides valuable opportunities for pupils to develop their oracy skills through discussion, collaboration and the sharing of ideas. Children learn to communicate their findings using accurate scientific vocabulary, listen carefully to others and respectfully consider different viewpoints. In doing so, they build confidence, resilience and self-belief.

Pupils also learn about the contributions of diverse scientists and significant scientific discoveries, helping them to understand the impact of science on our lives, society and the wider world. They develop an understanding of the human body, healthy lifestyles and environmental issues, enabling them to make informed decisions as responsible citizens.

As technology and innovation continue to shape our future, science plays an increasingly important role in many careers. By developing curiosity, communication, enquiry and scientific thinking, we equip our pupils with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in their future education and the world beyond school.

The science curriculum is planned and sequenced using the National Curriculum so that the new knowledge and skills the children are learning build upon what they have been taught before, whilst preparing them for what will come next. Scientific enquiry skills are embedded in each topic the children study and are revisited and developed throughout their time at school from EYFS ‘Understanding of the World’ through to year 6. All children are encouraged to develop and use a range of skills including observations, planning and investigations, as well as being encouraged to question the world around them and become independent learners in exploring possible answers for their scientific based questions. We nurture children’s curiosity and inspire them to develop an appreciation for science. Specialist vocabulary for topics is taught and built up, and effective questioning to communicate ideas is encouraged.  

High-quality planning and teaching using a range of resources will develop the children’s knowledge and understanding of a topic building towards the end points. Children’s knowledge is continually assessed throughout, with the use of retrieval quizzes and activities, and is embedded by the use of knowledge organisers, which are used throughout the school from Year 1 to Year 6. Through retrieval, the teacher is able to assess for any gaps in learning, ensuring that all concepts and information are embedded.

Overviews 

For more details about your child's learning, please use the following link to the year group learning pages.