Science
Primary science Quality Mark
At Ashton Keynes we are proud to have achieved the Primary Science Quality Mark. This reflects the importance placed by staff and pupils on making the teaching and learning of Science at our school the best it can be.
Science teaching and learning
At Ashton Keynes Primary School we use White Rose Science as the foundation for our science teaching and learning from Year 1 to Year 6.
The progression for the learning of knowledge and the acquisition of the skills required for working scientifically are shown in the documents below.
Yr 1 Overview
Yr 2 Overview
Yr 3 Overview
Yr 4 Overview
Yr 5 Overview
Yr 6 Overview
Policy
Useful Links for Parents:
We have a school subscription to Whizz Pop Bang magazine enabling each class to have 2 copies monthly. If you would like to find out about a personal subscription for your child here is the link www.whizzpopbang.com
If you and your child want to try out some exciting experiments at home, the following websites may be useful.
https://www.jamesdysonfoundation.co.uk/resources/challenge-cards.html
https://www.stem.org.uk/resources/collection/477694/starters-science-suitable-home-learning
Pupil Voice:
Archive 2022-23
Knowledge and Skills progression maps:
Photos and examples of work:
Year 2 have been science experts this term, sharing their knowledge with presentations and posters.
