Science at Martock Primary School

We use the Kapow science scheme of learning. 

Our Science curriculum aims to foster a sense of excitement and curiosity about the world around them and an understanding of how science has contributed to the wider world, both past and present.

In Reception class, the learning is encompassed through Knowledge and understanding of the world. In Years 1-6, lessons are taught discreetly. The curriculum aims for pupils to develop a complex knowledge of biology, chemistry and physics but also adopt a broad range of skills in working scientifically and beyond. The scheme of work is inclusive and meaningful so all pupils may experience the joy of science and make associations between their science learning and their lives outside the classroom. Studying science allows pupils to appreciate how new knowledge and skills can be fundamental to solving arising global challenges.

The curriculum aims to encourage critical thinking and empower pupils to question the hows and whys of the world around them.

The scheme encourages:

• A strong focus on developing knowledge alongside scientific skills across biology, chemistry and physics.
• Curiosity and excitement about familiar and unknown observations.
• Challenging misconceptions and demystifying truths.
• Continuous progression by building on practical and investigative skills across all units.
• Critical thinking, with the ability to ask perceptive questions and explain and analyse evidence.
• Development of scientific literacy using wide-ranging, specialist vocabulary.

Kapow Primary’s Science scheme of work supports pupils in meeting the Early Learning Goals for Understanding the world (The Natural world) and the end of key stage attainment targets set out in the National curriculum.