WELSH HOUSE FARM COMMUNITY SCHOOL AND RESOURCE BASE

Science at WHFCS

Our science curriculum inspires children to explore, question and make sense of the world around them. At Welsh House Farm Community School and Resource Base, we believe that every child is a scientist. Through engaging lessons and hands-on investigations, pupils develop curiosity, confidence and a lifelong love of learning, building a secure understanding of how science shapes our lives and the wider world. 

Science is taught through the Developing Experts programme, providing a carefully sequenced and knowledge-rich curriculum fully aligned to the National Curriculum. Learning is designed to help pupils develop both scientific knowledge and the skills needed to think and work like scientists. As children progress through school, they build on prior learning, deepen their understanding and make meaningful connections between scientific concepts. 

Practical enquiry lies at the heart of our approach. Pupils regularly observe, investigate, predict, measure, classify and evaluate through a wide range of exciting scientific experiences. Practical activities help children develop their understanding, apply their learning to real-life situations and gain the confidence to ask questions, test ideas and draw conclusions from evidence. 

We are committed to ensuring that science is accessible and inspiring for all learners. Lessons are adapted to meet the needs of every child, including pupils with SEND and those learning English as an additional language. Rich vocabulary, high-quality questioning and adaptive teaching enable all pupils to participate fully and achieve success in science. 

Our aim is for pupils to leave Welsh House Farm as curious, knowledgeable and confident young scientists. By exploring scientific discoveries, learning about STEM careers and understanding how science helps solve real-world problems, children develop the skills, resilience and ambition needed for the next stage of their education and for life beyond the classroom.