Science

At Albert Pye and Ravensmere Primary Schools, we believe that Science is a powerful tool for broadening horizons and raising aspirations. Our curriculum is designed to spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and inspire children to see themselves as scientists, capable of exploring, questioning, and making sense of the world around them.

We are committed to increasing our pupils’ Science capital by providing rich, engaging experiences that connect learning to real life. Through sequenced learning, creative lessons, stimulating environments, and extra-curricular opportunities, children develop both their scientific knowledge and enquiry skills. Trips, visitors, and hands-on investigations bring Science to life, helping children to see its relevance and possibilities for the future.

Children are leaders of their own learning. Scientific enquiry is at the heart of our approach, with pupils actively investigating questions—whether self-generated or teacher-led—using a range of enquiry types. Our teaching encourages independence, ownership, and organic links across the curriculum, making Science a dynamic and integrated part of their education.

Our curriculum balances the development of core scientific knowledge with the skills needed to think and work scientifically. High-quality questioning and active learning help children to build confidence and enthusiasm for the subject. To support this, we have developed our Science icon, Doctor and Professor ORPIC, which breaks down the key enquiry skills and scaffolds children’s understanding of how to work scientifically.

From Early Years, where Science is explored through play and discovery, to Key Stage 1 and 2, where weekly lessons build depth and progression, our aim is to nurture a love of Science and open doors to future possibilities. We want every child to leave our schools with a sense of wonder, a toolkit of scientific skills, and the belief that they can shape the world through curiosity and knowledge.