Science, as a core subject, is taught weekly using the structure of CUSP with some adaptations.
Like CUSP, we place knowledge, vocabulary, working and thinking scientifically at the heart of
our principles, structure and practice. The weekly lessons allow for the ongoing revision needed
to move the knowledge into long-term memory. The curriculum is carefully designed to allow
for revisiting topics and key concepts. Scientific thinking, knowledge and vocabulary are taught
from nursery onwards with a view to building content and understanding from year to year.
Aims:
The national curriculum for science aims to ensure that all pupils:
• develop scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the specific disciplines of
biology, chemistry and physics
• develop understanding of the nature, processes and methods of science through different
types of science enquiries that help them to answer scientific questions about the world around
them
• are equipped with the scientific knowledge required to understand the uses and implications
of science, today and for the future
Throughout the curriculum, one main aim is to maintain the curiosity that children naturally
have in the early years. Added into the curriculum are opportunities for further scientific
methodology with key STEM challenges related to the topics taught.
Our Science curriculum is well sequenced and rich in vocabulary and knowledge, ensuring
children gain a deep understanding of scientific methods, events and figures, as well as
embedding key vocabulary and terminology (Tier 3 vocabulary). In addition, children are
encouraged to develop their curiosity and understanding of the world as a whole. At Percy Main
we use a variety of teaching and learning styles in Science lessons. The principal aim is to
develop the children’s knowledge, skills and understanding in Science.