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"Children are a gift from the Lord, they are a reward
from him.” Psalms 127:3

“Not all of us can do great things but we can do
small things with great love.” Saint Teresa

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Science

At St Mary’s, we believe that science is fundamental to developing curiosity and problem solving. The Science curriculum fosters a healthy curiosity in children about our universe and promotes respect for the living and non-living. We believe science encompasses the acquisition of knowledge, concepts, skills and positive attitudes. We believe that a child who asks questions and is curious to test their ideas, will become a life-long learner.

Our Curriculum Structure

Our science curriculum has been designed to reflect the needs of all of our learners, as well as following the National Curriculum. Through evaluative and strategic practice, we have established a meaningful curriculum that allows our pupils to develop their scientific knowledge and investigative skills. We develop skills over the years so that children in UKS2 can plan and conduct their own investigations and are prepared for transition so secondary science education. We enrich our learning by taking it outside the classroom; such as visiting Whinlatter Forest and making excellent links with the ‘Workington Nature Partnership’

Little Explorers and Science Ambassadors 

This year we have appointed two science representatives in each class. In Nursery and Reception, they are called ‘Little Explorers’ and in KS1 and KS2 they are called ‘Science Ambassadors’. They all received a special science badge in our achievement assembly and will wear their badges with pride around school. They will carry out important roles, such as, helping get equipment our for their science lessons and will talk to Miss Heron about science at St Mary’s.

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