Scope
Science
Promoting other aspects of the curriculum

“through developing pupils' skills in decision-making on the basis of sound science, the exploration of values and ethics relating to the applications of science and technology, and developing pupils' knowledge and understanding of some key concepts, such as diversity and interdependence.”

The importance of Science

“...They learn to question and discuss science-based issues that may affect their own lives, the direction of society and the future of the world.”

Statutory orders - Key Stage 1

During Key Stage 1:

   Sc2  Living things in their environment

5 Pupils should be taught to:

b 
identify similarities and differences between local
    environments and ways in which these affect animals and
    plants that are found there


c
care for the environment

Statutory orders - Key Stage 2

During Key Stage 2:

"They begin to think about the positive and negative effects of scientific and technological developments on the environment and in other contexts.”

   Sc2  Living things in their environment

5  Pupils should be taught:

a  about ways in which living things and the environment need
    protection

Statutory orders - Key Stage 3

During Key Stage 3:

“They think about the positive and negative effects of scientific and technological developments on the environment and in other contexts”

   Sc2  Living things in their environment

5  Pupils should be taught:

a  about ways in which living things and the environment can be
    protected and the importance of sustainable development

   Sc4  Energy resources and energy transfer

5  Pupils should be taught:

a about the variety of energy resources, including oil, gas, coal,
    biomass, food, wind, waves and batteries, and the distinction
    between renewable and non renewable resources

Breadth of Study

5  During the key stage, pupils should be taught the knowledge,
    skills and understanding through:

c  considering the benefits and drawbacks of scientific and
    technological developments, including those related to the
    environment, health and quality of life.