At Ormiston South Parade Academy our aim is to equip children with the knowledge and skills needed to understand the world around them. Teachers are enthusiastic about science and aim to instil a love of the subject through an exciting and thought-provoking curriculum.
The Delivery
- Science is planned in topic blocks ensuring previous knowledge is revisited and built upon.
- Lessons are fun, engaging and, where possible hands on.
- Working scientifically skills are embedded into lessons and woven through our curriculum topics.
- A range of resources are used to effectively explain scientific concepts and enhance lessons.
- Scientific vocabulary is displayed clearly in classrooms and children refer to it frequently.
- Frequent ‘low stakes’ quizzes are used to inform classroom planning and help address gaps.
- Children are offered a range of extra-curricular opportunities to broaden their curriculum offer and raise aspirations particularly in STEM.
By the time the children leave OSPA, we want them to be resourceful and independent individuals who would consider a career in the ever-changing, exciting and innovative world of STEM.