Science at Cowley Hill

Intent:

• Inspire curiosity and foster love of learning through hands-on exploration
• Based on White Rose Science framework
• Focus on inquiry-based learning across biology, chemistry, and physics
• Develop both content knowledge and practical scientific skills
• Help pupils understand science's role in real-world contexts

Implementation: Through five key aims:

• Foster curiosity and love of science through real-world contexts
• Develop progressive scientific knowledge across biology, chemistry, and physics
• Promote practical skills through hands-on investigations
• Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving
• Build awareness of science's role in wider world (environment, healthcare, technology)

Impact:

• Enhanced scientific inquiry and critical thinking abilities
• Developed practical skills and confidence in handling scientific equipment
• Strong understanding of core scientific concepts
• Increased curiosity and motivation for science
• Pupils leave primary school with:
  • Solid foundation in science
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Ability to explore and investigate independently
  • Confidence to pursue further scientific study
  • Understanding of science's real-world applications

The curriculum emphasises hands-on learning and real-world applications, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for secondary education while developing genuine interest in scientific exploration.

Science at Cowley Hill

Intent:

• Inspire curiosity and foster love of learning through hands-on exploration
• Based on White Rose Science framework
• Focus on inquiry-based learning across biology, chemistry, and physics
• Develop both content knowledge and practical scientific skills
• Help pupils understand science's role in real-world contexts

Implementation: Through five key aims:

• Foster curiosity and love of science through real-world contexts
• Develop progressive scientific knowledge across biology, chemistry, and physics
• Promote practical skills through hands-on investigations
• Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving
• Build awareness of science's role in wider world (environment, healthcare, technology)

Impact:

• Enhanced scientific inquiry and critical thinking abilities
• Developed practical skills and confidence in handling scientific equipment
• Strong understanding of core scientific concepts
• Increased curiosity and motivation for science
• Pupils leave primary school with:
  • Solid foundation in science
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Ability to explore and investigate independently
  • Confidence to pursue further scientific study
  • Understanding of science's real-world applications

The curriculum emphasises hands-on learning and real-world applications, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for secondary education while developing genuine interest in scientific exploration.

Science at Cowley Hill

Intent:

• Inspire curiosity and foster love of learning through hands-on exploration
• Based on White Rose Science framework
• Focus on inquiry-based learning across biology, chemistry, and physics
• Develop both content knowledge and practical scientific skills
• Help pupils understand science's role in real-world contexts

Implementation: Through five key aims:

• Foster curiosity and love of science through real-world contexts
• Develop progressive scientific knowledge across biology, chemistry, and physics
• Promote practical skills through hands-on investigations
• Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving
• Build awareness of science's role in wider world (environment, healthcare, technology)

Impact:

• Enhanced scientific inquiry and critical thinking abilities
• Developed practical skills and confidence in handling scientific equipment
• Strong understanding of core scientific concepts
• Increased curiosity and motivation for science
• Pupils leave primary school with:
  • Solid foundation in science
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Ability to explore and investigate independently
  • Confidence to pursue further scientific study
  • Understanding of science's real-world applications

The curriculum emphasises hands-on learning and real-world applications, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for secondary education while developing genuine interest in scientific exploration.