Science

Curriculum Intent
High-quality science education at OLSJ provides pupils with the foundations needed to
understand the world through the disciplines of Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Science has transformed our lives and is vital to future prosperity; therefore, all pupils
are taught essential scientific knowledge, methods, processes and applications. By
building a secure body of foundational knowledge and key concepts, pupils are
encouraged to recognise the power of rational explanation and develop curiosity and
excitement about the natural world. They learn how science can be used to explain
phenomena, predict outcomes and analyse causes.
In line with our Catholic ethos, the Science curriculum fosters respect for truth,
responsibility and stewardship of the natural world, encouraging pupils to reflect on the
ethical implications of scientific advancement and their role within society.
The OLSJ Science Department aims to ensure that all students:
• Develop deep scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the
disciplines of Biology, Chemistry and Physics
• Understand the nature, processes and methods of science through a range of
scientific enquiries
• Are equipped with the scientific knowledge and skills required to understand the
uses and implications of science, both now and in the future