At Northwick Manor Primary School, our high-quality science education provides the foundations for understanding the world through the specific disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics. We believe that science has changed our lives and is vital to the world’s future prosperity; therefore, our curriculum aims to ignite a sense of excitement, curiosity and global responsibility in every child. 

Isaac Newton recognised that, “there lies an ocean of undiscovered findings that are waiting for eager and curious minds,” and Sally Ride reminded us that “Science is fun… a process of investigating… and delving in.” Inspired by these principles, our curriculum stimulates curiosity and empowers pupils to ask questions, explore ideas and apply scientific methods to develop their understanding. We provide rich opportunities for children to investigate, discover new findings and become confident, critical thinkers. 

Rosalind Franklin stated that, “Science and everyday life cannot and should not be separated,” and we wholeheartedly agree. We recognise the importance of science in all aspects of daily life and its role in shaping an ever-changing world. Many of the jobs our children will do have not yet been invented; therefore, we aim to equip them with adaptable scientific knowledge, skills and ambition—preparing them to become global citizens who can use science innovatively and ethically to create a fairer and more sustainable future. 

Our science curriculum is rooted in the National Curriculum and designed around interconnected progression. The ‘sticky knowledge’ pupils learn and remember forms the basis of our substantive concepts and disciplinary skills. We believe that understanding emerges when new knowledge connects with existing knowledge. As pupils progress, they draw parallels, deepen their explanations and apply increasingly sophisticated scientific language. 

Through meaningful, investigative experiences, pupils develop: 

• Enthusiasm and enjoyment for scientific learning and discovery; 

• Secure scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding; 

• Curiosity about the natural world, raising and answering scientific questions; 

• Understanding of the uses and implications of science for today and the future; 

• Confidence in communicating using scientific vocabulary in a range of forms. 

Through this curriculum, our children know more, remember more and can do more—laying strong foundations for lifelong learning, future success and the confidence to contribute meaningfully to an ever-changing world.