Science

CURRICULUM VISION – A highly ambitious curriculum in Science

gives students the confidence to question everything, whilst also giving them the skills to find their own answers.

INTENT – summary of the thinking behind our curriculum design and its sequencing

We aim to inspire our students and develop their scientific knowledge and understanding by providing a broad, challenging and engaging curriculum, which links ideas to their cultural context and applications in the wider world.

IMPLEMENTATION – summary of the pedagogy to be used to effectively deliver the curriculum

Teach components before composite tasks are attempted, using a logical progression through concepts with engaging contexts being used to bring the subject to life.
Composites could then include:
synoptic exam questions
Questions involving unfamiliar situations where knowledge/skills/understanding are applied

Re-visit powerful knowledge/skills so they become embedded.

IMPACT – the long-lasting impact our curriculum will have on our students

Develop self-motivation to better understand the world around them so they can make informed decisions.
Be able to critically evaluate scientific information they encounter so they can have a sound understanding of current issues.