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Aims and Objectives
The overall objective of the Teaching of Science at King’s College School is to inspire an understanding of the importance and relevance of Science both in the world around us and in our lives.
The methodology is designed to give an insight into all aspects of Science and to both inform and provoke thought about the natural world. At all stages we seek to teach a balance between physical and life sciences and a menu that is sympathetic to the maturity of our audience. Our policy translates into an educational strategy that, for the Pre-Prep focuses mainly upon tangible aspects of the world around us that the younger children can relate to. As we progress into Years 3, 4 and 5 subject matter is dealt with in greater depth with emphasis on the inter-relationships of the natural world delivered through a spiralling syllabus. In Years 6, 7 and 8 the aim is to continue to develop a knowledge of the topics and hence to prepare for the Common Entrance and scholarship examinations at 13+. The teaching also ensures that the requirements of Key Stages 2 and 3 are adhered to.
The teaching policy recognises the importance of other links with many other areas of the curriculum and so the subject matter is delivered to strengthen the relevance of Science in general education and the legacy of its development in the modern world.
The aim is to encourage confidence in pupils’ own ability to gain a scientific understanding and instil in them the confidence to embrace Science in their lives at school and beyond.
Pupils are encouraged to:
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Value and challenge each other’s ideas, hypotheses and theories;
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Develop their practical skills;
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learn the application and importance of technology;
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develop their natural spirit of enquiry;
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acquire broad base of scientific knowledge;
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learn to communicate scientific ideas and findings;
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appreciate the many links between science and other subjects.
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