Science

At Little Mead Primary Academy, our aim is to create a learning environment of enthusiasm and curiosity for the world around us. We want to develop a life-long love of science within our pupils.

KS1 & KS2 Science

In KS1 and KS2, our children study Science using the KAPOW scheme of work. KAPOW primary’s Science curriculum aims to develop a sense of excitement and curiosity about natural phenomena and an understanding of how the scientific community contributes to our past, present and future.

We want our children to develop a complex knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and Physics, but also adopt a broad range of skills in working scientifically and beyond. The KAPOW curriculum is inclusive and meaningful, so all pupils may experience the joy of science and make associations between their science learning and their lives outside the classroom. Studying science allows children to appreciate how new knowledge and skills can be fundamental to solving arising global challenges.

The KAPOW Science curriculum aims to encourage critical thinking and empower pupils to question the how’s and whys of the world around them.

The curriculum encourages:

• - A strong focus on developing knowledge alongside scientific skills across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• - Curiosity and excitement about familiar and unknown observations.
• - Challenging misconceptions and demystifying truths.
• - Continuous progression by building on practical and investigative skills across all units.
• - Critical thinking, with the ability to ask perceptive questions and explain and analyse evidence.
• - Development of scientific literacy using wide-ranging, specialist vocabulary.

KAPOW primary’s Science scheme of work enables pupils to meet the end of key stage attainment targets in the National Curriculum and the aims also align with those set out in the National Curriculum.

KS1 & KS2 Science - Curriculum Overview

You can explore the KAPOW Science curriculum further using the following link: Kapow Website