Science
Science Leader: Mrs Deborah Roberts
At Cutteslowe Primary School our aim in teaching Science is to help children develop an understanding of the natural world through exploration and investigation:
Curiosity: Science helps children develop a sense of curiosity and excitement about the world around them.
Scientific knowledge: Children learn how scientific knowledge is established through scientific inquiry and how it can be revised in the light of new evidence.
Problem solving: Children learn to acquire knowledge and conceptual understanding to solve problems and make informed decisions.
Real-world applications: Children learn about the uses of science and how it can help solve problems in the real world, such as climate change, food availability, and disease.
At Cutteslowe topics include:
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Living things and their habitats
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Properties and changes of materials
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Forces, such as gravity, air resistance, water resistance, and friction
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Earth and space, including the Earth, Sun, Moon, and the solar system
Our science lessons include:
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Developing pupils' scientific vocabulary
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Encouraging pupils to explain their thinking
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Guiding pupils to work scientifically
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Relating new learning to relevant, real-world contexts
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Using assessment to support learning and responsive teaching
