Science
Mrs Hannah Newman – Science Curriculum Leader
Hello and welcome!
A little about me: I have been fortunate to work at Eastburn Primary for the past eight years, and I have been teaching for ten. Alongside my love of science, I also have a passion for the Early Years. The building blocks established in the Early Years are fundamental in developing a lifelong love of learning. Through the Understanding of the World area of learning, I have gained a wealth of experience in science. I particularly enjoy the opportunities it gives children to explore, investigate, and immerse themselves in practical science.
At Eastburn, we encourage pupils to become powerful, enthusiastic scientific learners whose natural curiosity about the world around them is stimulated and enhanced through exciting, challenging activities. Their interest in observing, understanding, and finding rational explanations for what they see is nurtured and supported, so they are prepared and able to suggest hypotheses and test them safely and effectively to further their own learning. We provide a stimulating environment where science is embraced, giving children the opportunity to design and carry out their own experiments in order to develop a deeper understanding of the wider world.
We recognise the importance of scientific enquiry and place great value on utilising the outdoors to give pupils the chance to experience science first hand. Children are encouraged to ask questions, explore their environment, and learn through discovery. We also believe it is vital to introduce pupils to a diverse range of scientists, past and present, to challenge stereotypes and help every child see that anyone can be a scientist.
Our science curriculum is carefully structured around the requirements of the National Curriculum. It is thoughtfully planned to ensure that new learning builds securely on prior knowledge, with regular opportunities to revisit and consolidate what has already been taught.
I hope you enjoy looking through our science page and seeing the exciting opportunities we aim to provide for the children throughout their time at Eastburn Primary.
British Science Week - Science Fair
We would like to thank all the families who joined us to celebrate Science Week at our science fair - we are immensely proud of all our young scientists who were really enthusiastic all through Science week and clearly, thoroughly enjoyed sharing their amazing investigations with you all.
Don't forget to head on over to the British Science Week website where you can find lots of brilliant ideas for enjoying science at home through their activity packs and, of course, until the 31st March, you can still enter their Poster competition, with some amazing prizes!
For even more fun STEM activities head over to the IMechE "STEM at home" page here.
Please share any activities that you enjoy at home, with us at school, we would love to hear about them.
