At Captain Cook Primary School, we recognise the importance of Science in every aspect of
daily life. As one of the core subjects taught in Primary Schools, we give the teaching and
learning of Science the prominence it requires. The Scientific area of learning is concerned with increasing pupils’ knowledge and understanding of our world, and with developing skills associated with Science as a process of enquiry. Intended to develop the natural curiosity of the child, encourage respect for living
organisms and the physical environment and provide opportunities for critical evaluation of evidence.

Children have weekly lessons in Science throughout Key Stage 1 and 2. In Early years, science is taught through play, children are introduced to the world around them by having opportunities to explore and question. Additional opportunities are provided in Science, through; Science days, Science fairs in school and educational visits linked to the science curriculum, such as visits to The Life Centre. Our aim is that the Science curriculum we provide will give children the confidence and motivation to continue to develop their skills into the next stage of their education and life experiences.