Our Curriculum Science

Science Statement of Intent

At Cottingley Primary Academy, our science curriculum is designed to inspire children to choose a Remarkable Life. Through Ark+ science mastery materials, we provide diverse opportunities for them to explore, think scientifically, and understand the world. Our engaging curriculum fosters a love for learning and equips students with essential scientific skills and knowledge. We aim to create special memories whilst providing an understanding of the uses and implications of science today and in the future.


Science Sequence of Learning


Curriculum Map 

Progression Map 

Knowledge and Vocabulary

Our Science Curriculum

Through science we want to inspire curiosity amongst our children, developing children’s knowledge of scientific concepts and giving them the skills to work scientifically and carry out enquiries. Our curriculum aims to provide children with a broad knowledge of scientific concepts in biology, physics and chemistry. We develop our key drivers amongst children with a strong focus on independence, confidence and communication in science lessons to better ready them for their future. 

We want all children at Cottingley Primary Academy to leave in year 6 with a well-rounded understanding of the true impact science has on our lives and how they could be the people to change the future.


Science teaching is split into 3 areas with each one explored in detail, the topics are revisited in each year group, building on pupils’ knowledge and understanding.





Pupils also work scientifically by applying their skills and knowledge in science lessons. They achieve this by;




National Curriculum

Subject Rationale