SCIENCE
at The Winterton Federation
Through the White Rose Science curriculum, we strive to be a beacon for learning by fostering curiosity, confidence, and a deep understanding of the world. Pupils learn together through practical exploration, reasoning, and discussion, developing resilience and critical thinking. By building strong foundations in mathematical fluency and scientific enquiry, children are empowered to apply their learning confidently, enabling them to shine both academically and beyond the classroom.
The Core Christian values at The Winterton Federation are Joy , Friendship, Perseverance and Respect. These values underpin our curriculum and enrich all aspects of our pupils’ education. Our curriculum prepares children for the future by developing Heathy and Safe, Trusting, Enterprising and Creative members of the local community. At The Winterton Federation, our vision is to ignite pupils’ curiosity and encourage them to confidently explore and discover the world around them, so that the children are capable, confident, creative thinkers and motivated, resilient, problem-solving learners. We engage pupils with inspirational, practical, purposeful, and challenging learning activities, which have the principles of enquiry and investigation, so they develop a deeper understanding of the world we live in.
We want our pupils to: build on their natural curiosity and enable them to understand and care for the world in which they live; work in an investigative way and communicate their findings in a variety of ways; use equipment safely and sensibly; develop scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the specific disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics; develop understanding of the nature, processes and methods of science through different types of scientific enquiry that help them to answer scientific questions about the world around them; be equipped with the scientific knowledge and vocabulary required to understand the uses and implications of science, today and for the future.
White Rose Science is chosen because it provides a carefully sequenced, knowledge-rich curriculum that builds progressively from the early years to Key Stage 2. It ensures pupils develop strong substantive knowledge (scientific facts and concepts) alongside disciplinary knowledge (working scientifically), so that they learn how scientific understanding is developed, tested, and refined over time.
White Rose Science is implemented through a clearly sequenced curriculum that ensures progression in knowledge, skills, and vocabulary across year groups. Teachers follow the White Rose long-term and medium-term plans, which clearly identify prior learning, key concepts, and future learning links. This enables pupils to build new knowledge securely on what they already know.
Lessons are taught through practical, enquiry-based learning, allowing pupils to observe, investigate, and draw conclusions using scientific methods. Teachers explicitly teach and revisit scientific vocabulary and concepts, using retrieval practice to strengthen long-term memory. The “working scientifically” skills are embedded throughout each unit and revisited regularly, ensuring pupils gain confidence in planning investigations, making predictions, recording results, and evaluating outcomes.
Assessment is ongoing and purposeful. Teachers use questioning, low-stakes quizzes, and observation during practical activities to identify misconceptions and adapt teaching. White Rose assessment guidance supports teachers in making accurate judgements about pupil understanding, enabling timely intervention where needed.
Staff are supported through high-quality professional development and shared planning, ensuring consistency and confidence in delivery. Adaptations are made to support all learners, including scaffolded tasks, practical resources, and pre-teaching of key vocabulary, ensuring equitable access for all pupils.
The impact of the White Rose Science curriculum is evident in pupils’ strong scientific knowledge, confidence, and enthusiasm for the subject. Pupils can accurately recall and apply scientific concepts, using appropriate vocabulary to explain their thinking and justify conclusions. They demonstrate increasing independence in working scientifically and can reflect on evidence gathered during investigations.
Pupils show clear progression in their understanding across year groups and are well prepared for secondary science. Outcomes in science are strong, and pupils demonstrate the ability to make meaningful links between science and the wider curriculum, including mathematics and engineering-based learning.
The curriculum positively supports pupils’ personal development. Pupils work collaboratively, show curiosity, and demonstrate resilience when investigations do not go as planned. They understand that science is a process of enquiry and refinement, which supports a positive attitude to learning.
Overall, White Rose Science is implemented effectively and has a positive impact on pupils’ attainment, engagement, and readiness for the next stage of their education.
Children in Miss Chidwick's class have had a great afternoon learning about and building their very own microhabitats! #year2 #science ... See MoreSee Less
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