Welcome to Science!
At Beacon View, science is all about curiosity, exploration and discovery! We believe that every child is a natural-born scientist. Our curriculum is designed to spark a lifelong love for finding out how the world works, from the tiniest insects in our school garden to the furthest reaches of outer space.
We don't just read about science in books; we do science! Our young researchers develop key scientific skills through hands-on investigations. Throughout their time with us, pupils learn to work like real scientists by:
- Asking Big Questions: Turning natural curiosity into brilliant investigations.
- Predicting & Testing: Making hypotheses and testing them out through fair, hands-on experiments.
- Observing Closely: Watching how things change over time and spotting patterns.
- Measuring & Recording: Working as a team to gather accurate data using their maths and computing skills.
Our curriculum spans a fantastic mix of biology, chemistry and physics, tailored beautifully for every age group. The curriculum, including trips and visitors, aims to make science accessible to all children, especially to those from disadvantaged backgrounds, providing them with opportunities to develop their scientific abilities so that they are aware of the vast career options available to them in various scientific fields.
Check out the long-term plan to see what your child learns throughout the year.
"The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing." – Albert Einstein