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Subject Philosophy
As a subject science struggles to eliminate stereotypes, to overcome misconceptions and to find its place in the lives of a busy society. Science is however, by its very nature a process of enquiry, an opportunity to open doors to children and to encourage them to ask “how” and “why” of the world around them.
Aims and Objectives
To stimulate and maintain pupils’ natural curiosity, interest and enjoyment of Science and to instil a sense of excitement and awe. To build upon pupils’ experience and prior knowledge as an aid to empowering them in their learning.
Core Skills and Scientific Enquiry
The ability to enquire and explore underpins the entire science curriculum, whether at foundation stage or at KS5. The skills required of a scientist at any age remain standard; the ability to ask a question; the ability to predict an outcome etc. From Nursery to year eight science at Copthorne is taught, wherever possible, using practical enquiry techniques.
Year 4 Tadpole’s
Year 4 are lucky to have 12 tadpole’s to look after. We are currently feeding them on boiled cabbage that has been frozen into an ice cube! We will keep you updated as they grow and hopefully transform into jumping frogs!! A big thank you to Miss Carter who has donated them from her pond!
Science Week
Science week was hampered by the inclement weather and the planned activities had to be rescheduled, however the year 6 trip to Oxted Science fair was enjoyed by one and all, especially the dancing flame tube which changed the height of the flames depending on the music. Year 7 have looked at conservation...
Year 4 Science
This half term Year 4 are looking at Solids, Liquids and Gasses in Science. So far we have enjoyed being the different particles and getting hands on with lots of experiments.
Royal Observatory trip
A fascinating experince was had by all at the Royal Observatory Greenwich. The year 7′s who had recently been learning about the planets and the stars and moon, went off for the day to the Astronomy centre. First a Planetarium show……our students showed their knowledge and asked some...
