Science

At Wimborne St Giles, we believe that science is not just about new technology, inventions or new medicines. We believe that science is a way of helping the brain grow in finding new knowledge and helps us defeat our curiosity of how the world develops and works today.

Science is important because it has helped form the world that we live in today.

Through our Science curriculum, we aim to develop what we believe to be the ‘essential characteristics of a scientist’:

• The ability to think independently and raise questions about working scientifically and the knowledge and skills that it brings.

• Confidence and competence in the full range of practical skills, taking the initiative in, for example, planning and carrying out scientific investigations.

• Excellent scientific knowledge and understanding which is demonstrated in written and verbal explanations, solving challenging problems and reporting scientific findings.

• High levels of originality, imagination or innovation in the application of skills.

• The ability to undertake practical work in a variety of contexts, including fieldwork.

• A passion for science and its application in past, present and future technologies.

• Equip and empower children to develop a deep appreciation of the natural world and how beautiful it is.

• Provide opportunities to experience the awe and wonder that the world gives us.