‘It is important to view knowledge as a sort of semantic tree – make sure you understand the fundamental principles, i.e. the trunk and big branches, before you get into the leaves/details or there is nothing for them to hang on to.’

Elon Musk

At Walesby C of E Primary School, we use the White Rose Science as programme of study which enhances our quality first teaching. White Rose Science uses a ‘small steps’ approach to science teaching.  Following the National Curriculum for science for Years 1 to 6, and supporting, enhancing and stretching children in the development of scientific understanding and skills.

The ‘hands-on, heads-on’ approach of the Science allows for pupils to be fully immersed in every aspect of science and for them to recognise the importance of Science in daily life. We believe that children are more engaged and can understand key concepts and processes by undertaking practical tasks, tasks that should be relevant and inspiring for children which is why we have practical ideas at every small step.

We ensure the teaching and learning of science has the importance and prominence it deserves by delivering a well-rounded, engaging curriculum. The scientific area of learning is concerned with increasing pupils’ knowledge, understanding of our world, and with developing skills associated with science as a process of enquiry.

We encourage and develop the natural curiosity of the child, encourage respect for living organisms and the physical environment and provide opportunities for critical evaluation of evidence. Science is encouraged to be hands on, investigative and fun.

By teaching Science, we intend to impart pupils with the knowledge, understanding, confidence, attitudes, values and skills they need in order to reach their potential as individuals in an increasingly changing and challenging natural world that needs our help and protection.

We teach using the White Rose Science scheme. We have carefully worked to create a progressive curriculum where objectives for each year group are progressively mapped out to ensure our pupils are given the acquired skills and knowledge to further their education journey into KS3 and life beyond the classroom.