Science

Science is all around us. Science explains how things work from why an apple falls to the ground to the latest mobile phone. As the world becomes increasingly more technological, an understanding of science helps students make sense of the world around them and their place in society. Science offers a huge range of career and job opportunities, some of which haven't been invented yet. From the traditional of medicine and phramacy to cutting technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and Green technology, it is fantastic time to be a scientist!

“The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existence. One cannot help but be in awe when he contemplates the mysteries of eternity, of life, of the marvellous structure of reality. It is enough if one tries merely to comprehend a little of this mystery each day.” – Albert Einstein   

The Ark Boulton Science curriculum aims to foster curiosity, create ambitious learners who are confident enough to make mistakes, think critically and question the world around them. 

Through our approach, all students develop  the depth of knowledge and skills to be successful scientists so that they make a positive contribution to society. To achieve this, we focus on the four key elements of great science education: 

1) An accurate factual and conceptual understanding.
2) Meaningful development of maths, practical and enquiry skills.
3) Development of scientific language, literacy, and communication.
4) The application of learning to new scenarios and to solve problems.  Science is more than just disciplinary knowledge, it aims to develop our vitues skills such as discipline, commitment and gratitude, as well as work related skills such as teamwork, analytial and evaluating skills.

Key stage 3

This is where we start to build the fundamental knowledge underpinning the three science disciplines so that students can then build their knowledge and understanding over the next 5 years. In year 7 and 8 It is important that we ensure these key ideas are clear in students minds and we build on this knowledge over the next 5 years as knowledge gaps here will have implications in future years.  One of the key things about this year is engaging and exciting the students in science so they enjoy and find wonder in the things they learn and see.  This will be through practical demonstrations and practical work as this is what the students go home and tell their families about and ultimately what they remember in years to come as they go through school. 

In Year 9, pupils will build their fundamental knowledge further whilst starting to apply previously learnt knowledge to more complex and diverse phenomena of the natural world to build their substantive knowledge. The KS3 programme of study equips pupils with all the knowledge they will need to pursue any course of study from Year 9.  

Key Stage 4

In Key Stage 4, we aim to continue to equip our students with the character, skills, and knowledge they need to be successful at university and in a career of their choice. Students will revisit content taught throughout KS3 building on complexity and furthering their understanding of scientific phenomenon, this powerful knowledge helps induct students into the great conversations of humankind, that they may understand, challenge and further those conversations. It empowers students to achieve in school and to live fulfilling lives, able to understand, appreciate, critique and, if they desire, change the world in which

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