Science at Scremerston
At Scremerston First School we aim to engage and develop the pupils natural curiosity about the world around them. Children are taught how to explore and investigate concepts and subjects, developing a good understand and interest of science. As children move through school they are introduced to new concepts and a wider range of progressive vocabulary.
We have an enquiry based approach to science, each lesson starting with a question that we hope by the end the children can answer fluently. This is recorded on a working wall along with individuals own work books. At the start of the lesson it is identified what type of science enquiry the lesson is based on;
-Comparative & fair testing
-Observing over time
-Identifying, classifying & grouping.
-Pattern seeking.
-Research using secondary sources.
Children will be given many opportunities to explore these different enquiry types
As part of our science curriculum we have a 2 year rolling progamme. This ensures curriculum coverage and progression of skills.
We like to have a big focus on STEM; STEM activities encourage children to ask and answer questions, think creatively, test ideas and find answers. STEM is built in throughout our school curriculum.
We have had our own STEM week in school. We focused on a STEM person of the week each day and we were lucky enough to have a visit from Silvery Tweed and Torness Power station. They talked to us about where they work and how STEM is important in their job and business. During this week we also made kites, bridges and lots more!
STEM club
We are running a weekly STEM club. We have been building our own marble runs, building shelters, making helicopters, building buggy's and paper aeroplanes.
Ash Class- rocks
What are the properties of different rocks?
Ash Class have been carrying out a range of tests to test for; type of rock, permeability, durability and if the rock is hard or soft.
Oak Class- seasonal changes
Does wind always come from the same direction?
The children made their own weathervanes to observe which direction the wind was coming from. This was using the 'observing over time' enquiry type.
Elm Class- space
Who's rocket will travel the furthest?
