Science
Our Vision
At St Margaret’s we believe that science is a journey of curiosity, creativity and scientific discovery. Our science curriculum is designed to spark the curiosity of our learners to ask questions, think critically and explore the world around them with wonder and excitement. We want every child to be able to see themselves as a scientist by being curious, imaginative and capable of shaping the future.
Through hands-on investigations and creative exploration, pupils develop a deep understanding of the world while learning how to think, reason, and solve problems. We aim to nurture a lifelong love of science and empower our learners to use their knowledge to make informed choices about the world they live in.
Intent
Our intent is to make science hands-on, meaningful, and inspiring for every child. We want pupils to:
- Be curious – to ask thoughtful questions and seek answers through exploration and experimentation.
- Be creative – to design investigations, make connections, and think outside the box.
- Be critical thinkers – to analyse, evaluate, and draw conclusions from evidence.
- Be confident – to communicate their ideas clearly, using the language and methods of science.
- Be connected – to understand how science links with other subjects, their community, and the wider world.
We believe that science is not just a subject to be learned, but a way of thinking and seeing the world.
Implementation
Science at St Margaret’s is taught through a rich, practical, and enquiry-based curriculum that encourages children to explore, question, and investigate. Lessons are designed to be interactive, hands-on, and relevant to pupils’ lives, helping them see science as something real and exciting.
- Teachers plan engaging sequences of lessons that cover the National Curriculum for Science, ensuring progression of knowledge and skills across all year groups.
- Scientific enquiry is woven through every topic — whether observing, classifying, researching, experimenting, or evaluating results.
- Topics are revisited and deepened over time, enabling children to build on their prior learning and develop secure understanding.
- We make strong use of our local environment, outdoor learning spaces, and community links to bring science to life.Cross-curricular links and themed days enrich the curriculum and help children see science in context.
Impact
By the time our pupils leave St Margaret’s, they will:
- Have a strong foundation of scientific knowledge and skills.
- Be curious, confident, and enthusiastic learners who ask questions and seek evidence.
- Use scientific vocabulary accurately to explain their thinking and findings.
- Understand the role science plays in everyday life and in shaping the future of our planet.
- See themselves as capable scientists — creative thinkers who can make a difference.
Our aim is for every child to leave St Margaret’s with a sense of wonder, curiosity, and confidence in their ability to explore and understand the world.
