The science subject leads are Mrs Quinn and Mr Hoskins

Subject Intent

The intent of science at Holy Trinity is to promote a love of science and inspire curiosity about the world through the provision of a high-quality, broad and balanced science curriculum. Using the Developing Experts scheme of learning, pupils are able to secure and extend their scientific knowledge whilst developing their scientific skills. Through science, children become confident, curious and ambitious learners, who are prepared for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences available to them in their futures.   The curriculum is ambitious for all pupils, with careful consideration of SEND through adapted resources and an emphasis on the development of skills and knowledge over outcome.

Curriculum Implementation

Pupils develop a foundation of scientific understanding through practical, enquiry-based learning. They build scientific working skills, including observing, classifying, testing, predicting, measuring and evaluating. Lessons balance substantive content with opportunities for hands-on investigation, open-ended questioning and application to everyday scenarios. Lessons are coherently sequenced to ensure progression across year groups, enabling pupils to build and retain knowledge over time. Recap prompts, AfL questions and topic threads are embedded throughout, ensuring continuity and reinforcement.  Teachers are supported through shared resources and CPD opportunities.

Curriculum Impact

Pupils develop curiosity, independence and a lifelong interest in scientific enquiry. They leave each lesson better able to question, reason and apply their understanding to the world around them. Children use precise scientific vocabulary when investigating, exploring and explaining scientific concepts. Progression in science is evident through practical skills and pupil discussions, as well as pupil’s individual work in their topic books.

Teaching and Learning Approaches and Adaptations 

Science lessons are inclusive of all pupils. Practical-based learning is included at every stage of the curriculum, creating excitement for learning and building scientific thinking for all pupils. SEND pupils are supported by visual prompts, adult scaffolding and adaptive teaching. High-attaining pupils are challenged through deeper exploration, personal outcomes and leadership roles such as peer modelling.