Science

At The Gatwick School, Science in primary school is engaging, hands-on, and inquiry-based. Our curriculum is designed to ignite curiosity and foster a deep understanding of the natural world. Students explore fundamental scientific concepts through interactive experiments, collaborative projects, and outdoor learning. Each lesson builds on prior learning, ensuring a progression of scientific understanding. Teachers employ a variety of teaching methods, including hands-on experiments and discussions to make science both accessible and exciting. 

Science assessment is a continuous and comprehensive process designed to monitor and support our students and their progress. Teachers employ a variety of assessment methods, including formative assessments, quizzes and practical experiments.  Regular feedback is provided to students, guiding them towards improvement and deeper comprehension. By systematically checking assessment points, we ensure that each child meets their learning goals and achieves excellence in science.

Year 3 students became little scientists as they embarked on an exciting project to grow grass! They learned how to plant seeds, measure growth, and observe changes over time. By keeping detailed records and conducting experiments, the children discovered the importance of sunlight, water, and soil for healthy grass growth. 

"I love science because the teachers make it fun by planning experiments, teaching us about predictions and about the natural world around us"- Elsie

"Science is great because we do fun experiments and have fun lessons"- Lily

"I learnt how to grow plants without killing them " - Nathaniel 

"From science I have learnt if you block sunlight from grass it will grow but it will grow YELLOW - How cool "- Emily

"Science is wonderful because it helps me learn about the world "- Millie

"Science has been a blast and the experiments have been fun. My teacher makes sure our lessons and fun and interesting"-  Khanya 

"When I do science I feel like I'm learning all about the cool bits of the world"- Jesse

From Maisy -"I really enjoyed making shadows with the torch light’. 

"We had so much fun seeing how the leaves of the celery changed colours." 

From Allesandro "I liked using the pooter and looking at mini beasts".

Year 2 science ‘ We really enjoyed science week and learning all about space and all the planets.’