SCIENCE
At Shamblehurst Primary School, we believe science inspires curiosity, develops critical thinking and helps children understand the world around them. Rooted in the National Curriculum and guided by the White Rose Science progression, our ambitious, inclusive curriculum builds secure knowledge and scientific skills from the Early Years Foundation Stage to Year 6.
Through biology, chemistry and physics, pupils develop their understanding of scientific concepts and learn to think and work like scientists. They ask questions, make predictions, plan investigations, observe changes, identify patterns, interpret data and use evidence to draw conclusions.
Our carefully sequenced curriculum builds on prior learning, helping children make connections, retain knowledge and apply their understanding in increasingly sophisticated ways. Knowledge organisers support pupils in revisiting key facts, concepts and scientific vocabulary, while retrieval practice and practical enquiry strengthen understanding and confidence. Scientific vocabulary is explicitly taught and revisited throughout each unit.
We believe memorable experiences bring science to life. Beyond the classroom, pupils take part in enrichment opportunities that develop curiosity and introduce them to the breadth of careers within STEM.
Each year, we celebrate British Science Week through collaborative investigations, scientific challenges and exciting learning experiences. This year's enrichment programme includes:
A Year 6 visit to the Science Museum in London.
Specialist visitors sharing their scientific knowledge and expertise.
Key Stage 2 assemblies led by professionals working in scientific fields.
A visit from a Consultant in the Accident and Emergency Department at Winchester Hospital, exploring medicine, healthcare science and how science helps save lives.
These experiences help children connect classroom learning with the real world, meet inspiring role models and discover future possibilities in science.
By the time pupils leave Shamblehurst, they will have developed secure scientific knowledge, the confidence to question and investigate, and the ability to evaluate evidence and communicate their ideas using accurate scientific vocabulary. They will understand the importance of science in everyday life and its role in addressing local, national and global challenges.
Above all, we want every child to see themselves as a scientist: curious, inquisitive, knowledgeable and excited by the possibilities science offers.