Purpose of Study
Science teaches children to be curious about the world around them, to ask questions, and to investigate phenomena systematically. At our school, we follow the HEP Science scheme, which provides a structured, progressive curriculum that develops scientific knowledge, skills, and understanding.
The National Curriculum for Science states that a high-quality science education should equip children with knowledge of the natural world, encourage scientific enquiry, and enable them to apply their understanding to explain phenomena. Through HEP Science, children explore biology, chemistry, and physics in an engaging way, building their ability to observe, investigate, hypothesise, experiment, and draw evidence-based conclusions.
Through the delivery of Science, we aim to improve children’ skills in these four areas:
- Asking questions about science
- Measuring and recording
- Concluding
- Evaluating
Aims
Our science curriculum, delivered through the HEP Science scheme, aims to ensure that all children:
- Develop secure knowledge and understanding of biology, chemistry, and physics concepts.
- Learn to plan, conduct, and evaluate scientific investigations safely and systematically.
- Develop scientific vocabulary and use it accurately to describe, explain, and present their findings.
- Apply scientific knowledge and skills to solve problems and make informed decisions.
- Foster curiosity, creativity, and a love of exploring the natural world.
- Understand the impact of science on everyday life, society, and the environment.
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