Intent:

Our intent at Rushwick is that pupils are encouraged to be inquisitive, involved and engaged throughout their time at our school and beyond. We believe that having a scientific perspective allows pupils to develop a deeper understanding of how to keep themselves and others healthy, to go on to make thoughtful choices as consumers, to take responsibility for their own immediate environment and to recognise the ways in which we are all global citizens. The Science curriculum promotes a strong curiosity in pupils about the wider world and allows them to develop greater respect for the living and non-living. We believe the study of science should embrace the acquisition of knowledge, concepts, skills and positive attitudes. During the course of the programmes of study, pupils will acquire and develop the key knowledge identified within each unit and across each year group through the application of scientific skills. We ensure that the Working Scientifically skills are built-on systematically and developed throughout so that they can apply their knowledge of science when using equipment, conducting experiments, building arguments and explaining concepts with growing confidence. We encourage our pupils to continue to ask questions, to be curious about their surroundings and to appreciate the opportunities the study of Science opens up to all of us.

At Rushwick School science is taught every week in all classes. An overview of the topics can be seen below.