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  • Principles of Teaching Science

    Foster curiosity

    Children’s enthusiasm and curiosity for science is promoted at every opportunity

    Prioritise practical

    Pupil led practical ‘hands on’ science learning is carefully planned for and maximised, giving a real life context where possible 

    Have fun

    Science should be engaging and fun

    Promote talk and deeper thinking

    Weekly ‘Bright Ideas Time’ is used as an effective tool to promote questioning and generation of ideas

    Get outside

    The outside area and locality are utilised to provide regular outdoor learning experiences

    Be scientific

    Correct (age-appropriate) scientific vocabulary is confidently used and modelled by staff

    Children learn about modern day and historical famous scientists

    Inspire

    Pupils get to meet real scientists and engineers to see how STEM subjects are used in the work place with the aim of inspiring the next generation and raising aspirations for future STEM careers

    An exciting range of curriculum enhancement activities is provided