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Science
Science Week!
For our science week, we used resources which were provided by the Edina Trust, a grant we received. The bundle we applied for was called 'Stem in a Box'. Every year group had a box of resources to use - these were super!
Nursery and Preschool investigating floating and sinking
Reception exploring and investigating bubbles!
Year 1 investigating and making catapults!
Year 2 investigated and made a prototype racing car powered by a rubber band.
Year had to design and make a bridge which could withstand a force.
Year 4's made a PotterBot with a simple series circuit including a power source, wires and a motor. This then created some unique artwork!
Year 5's investigation/task was called 'Staying Afloat' where they had to build a raft which would be self propelled.
Year 6 learned about genes and inheriting traits. They investigated the genetic disorder of retinitis pigmentosa a condition which affects your eyesight.
Science
Intent
Our curriculum delivers a rich, comprehensive curriculum fully aligned with the National Curriculum 2014, providing a systematic investigation of the physical, chemical, and biological aspects of the world. We inspire curiosity, awe, and a lifelong respect, care, and appreciation for the natural world and all its phenomena among pupils at Brookhouse Primary School. We systematically build a robust, subject-specific vocabulary framework where language is deliberately sequenced and layered year-on-year to prevent learning gaps. We ensure science is accessible to all children regardless of background, gender, or ability, purposefully highlighting diverse historical and modern scientists to challenge stereotypes and foster broad career aspirations.
Implementation
Science at Brookhouse is a place where experiences are hands-on, first-hand and enquiry-based problem-solving activities that allow pupils to test hypotheses and deepen their understanding of abstract concepts. We utilise a highly structured science scheme of work for each cohort to map out sequential learning paths, ensuring new concepts directly build upon prior knowledge. Key vocabulary is embedded explicitly into daily teaching practices and featuring them prominently in the Key Vocabulary section of children’s knowledge organisers for constant retrieval. We believe in providing targeted support, adaptive equipment, and multi-sensory experiences so that pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) or English as an Additional Language (EAL) can fully participate in practical investigations. Pupils combine practical experimentation with secondary research sources, such as books, digital media, and expert visitors, to broaden the scope of scientific inquiry.
Impact
Pupils will possess a strong, sophisticated command of scientific language, enabling them to articulately explain, debate, and apply complex technical terms in context. Pupils develop strong analytical and problem-solving habits, demonstrating the ability to think critically, ask perceptive questions, and work scientifically. Pupils leave Brookhouse Primary School with a deeply rooted sense of ecological responsibility, displaying genuine care and stewardship for the environment. Disparities in engagement and achievement are minimised, resulting in a diverse profile of pupils who see themselves as capable scientists and confidently pursue STEM opportunities into secondary education.