Science
"Don't let anyone rob you of your imagination, your creativity, or your curiosity. It's your place in the world; it's your life. Go on and do all you can with it, and make it the life you want to live.” — Mae Jemison, Engineer, Physician and Former NASA Astronaut
A FEDMAS scientist ...
… is aspirational, curious and raises questions to develop their scientific knowledge. Their love of learning is rooted in confidence and resilience. They show competence in a full range of practical skills, for example, planning and carrying out scientific investigations. They have love to grow in their scientific knowledge and understanding which is demonstrated in written and verbal explanations, solving challenging problems and reporting scientific findings. They have a passion for science and its application in past, present and future technologies.
At The Federation of Middleham (VA) & Spennithorne (VC) CE Primary Schools, we acknowledge and celebrate that each child is unique and that they learn in different ways. We provide a rich and varied science learning experience that allows children to develop their knowledge, skills and abilities to their full potential. Our science curriculum is ambitious and designed to meet the diverse needs of the children who attend The Federation of Middleham (VA) & Spennithorne (VC) CE Primary Schools. It aims to provide all pupils with the knowledge, skills and cultural capital they need to succeed in their lives.
The Federation of Middleham (VA) & Spennithorne (VC) CE Primary Schools follows the national curriculum and Early Years Framework to ensure knowledge; skills and understanding are taught throughout all key stages. The school has created its own long and medium term planning which details the topics, objectives, knowledge, skills and vocabulary which should be covered. Through this planning, the national curriculum breath of study for science is fully covered.
Our core aims are to provide teaching and learning opportunities through the science curriculum that empowers the children to be:
ASPIRATIONAL
RESPECTFUL
RESILIENT
We believe that by having these three aims at the root, will equip our pupils to LIVE FRUITFUL LIVES and to LEARN, LOVE and GROW.