Welcome to Science at Bussage!
At Bussage, Science is more than learning about facts—it’s about understanding the world around us and how things work. Our creative approach to teaching and learning is designed to ignite curiosity, inspire a love of Science, and help children explore the connections between scientific ideas and their everyday lives.

Our vision:

We aim to ignite curiosity about our world! Our goal is to equip children with the skills to ask questions, investigate, and think critically about the world. We encourage pupils to explore ideas, test theories, and explain their findings, helping them to develop a deeper understanding of scientific concepts.

Albert Einstein: "The important thing is to never stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existence."

What is a Scientist?

At Bussage, we believe a Scientist is someone who is curious about the world, just like our Bussage Learning Power character - Carlos Cat! 

A scientist is someone who isdriven to find answers and wonders why! Learning about Science means developing the ability to question, investigate, and think critically about how things work.

Scientists are curious and inquisitive—they ask questions, explore ideas, and investigate the world around them. They are explorers, researchers, and investigators who are always ready to learn something new. Scientists are open-minded and understand that sometimes their ideas may be challenged or proven wrong, and they use this to deepen their understanding.

They are able to explain their thinking using results, evidence, opinions, and judgements. They question ideas, reflect on their knowledge, and continually ask, “Why does this happen?” and “How does it work?”

At the heart of being a scientist is a love of discovery and a desire to understand the world more fully.

Future Careers in Science

Studying Science opens the door to a wide range of exciting careers. The skills developed—such as critical thinking, investigation, analysis, and problem-solving—are highly valued in many professions.

Young scientists might go on to become doctors, nurses, dentists, or pharmacists, helping to improve people’s health and wellbeing. Others may become biomedical or forensic scientists, genetic researchers, or lab technicians, working at the forefront of discovery. Careers in environmental science, ecology, and marine biology allow scientists to protect and understand our planet, while chemists and research scientists drive innovation and new ideas.

Science also supports careers in education, public health, and environmental consulting. It offers endless possibilities to explore, innovate, and make a real difference in the world.

Our core values in Science

The teaching of Science at Bussage is underpinned by our four cornerstones:

• Hope: Inspiring children to explore scientific ideas and use them to shape a better future.
• Wisdom: Building knowledge and understanding through enquiry and investigation.
• Community: Working collaboratively, sharing ideas, and understanding the impact of science on society.
• Dignity: Respecting different viewpoints, evidence, and the natural world around us.

By focusing on these values, we prepare children for the next stages of their education, fostering curiosity and developing the skills needed to become confident young scientists.

Join us on an exciting journey of discovery, where every lesson explores the wonders of Science and helps us understand the world around us.

Our Science Curriculum

At Bussage, our science curriculum is planned progressively to help develop deep knowledge and understanding of the concepts being explored. Across the EYFS and both Key Stages, children are given opportunities to gain scientific experiences from a wide range of sources.

The teaching of science stems from children’s questions and their opportunities to investigate. Our lessons are enquiry-based and focus on developing curiosity about the world. We ensure that knowledge, understanding, and scientific vocabulary are developed through practical investigation and the skills of scientific enquiry.

We strive to make science both interesting and accessible to all pupils, regardless of age or ability. To achieve this, we use a range of teaching approaches, including

• A practical, hands-on approach: encouraging experiential learning wherever possible
• Stimulating experiences: using a variety of resources, including educational visits and visitors to enrich learning
• A thematic approach: combining discrete science lessons with links across core and foundation subjects where appropriate

The aim of our curriculum is to inspire curiosity and wonder about Science.

The Science curriculum is carefully planned to ensure progression across each Key Stage. Teachers work collaboratively to build on prior learning and create engaging opportunities for exploration and discovery. Then plan in continual opportunities for retrieval of prior knowlege so that the children's knowledge remains in their long-term memory.

In Reception, children will:

• Explore the natural world around them
• Talk about what they observe and ask simple questions
• Begin to understand changes in the environment and materials

Science in EYFS forms part of the Early Learning Goal “Understanding the World,” where children are encouraged to explore, observe, and investigate through play and guided activities. They learn to notice similarities and differences, make observations, and begin to understand simple scientific concepts.

Throughout Key Stages 1 and 2, pupils will learn to:

• Ask scientific questions and make predictions
• Plan and carry out investigations
• Observe, measure, and record results
• Analyse findings and draw conclusions
• Use scientific vocabulary to explain their ideas

Through hands-on experiences and exciting challenges, our pupils learn to explore the world of Science—from asking insightful questions to understanding how Science impacts their lives locally and globally.