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What is the Science Area?

My name is Miss Richards, and my role as science lead is to spark curiosity and a love for science among our pupils. Through engaging lessons, hands-on experiments, and exciting projects, I am dedicated to inspiring children to explore the world around them and develop a passion for discovery.
At MCA we believe that science is for everyone. I am to create opportunities for all students—regardless of background—to see themselves as future scientists, engineers, and innovators. From STEM clubs to special science days and interactive workshops, we aim to nurture inquisitive minds and encourage children to dream big about careers in STEM.

School Science Policy Aims

  • To develop pupils’ curiosity, enjoyment and interest in science
  • To develop pupils’ understanding of key scientific concepts
  • To help pupils acquire practical scientific skills
  • To ensure pupils’ understanding of the relevance of what they are learning
  • To build pupils’ specialist vocabulary
  • To develop pupils’ understanding of the international and collaborative nature of science

I have set up this science area to keep children up to date with scientific concepts and developments that would be of interest to our pupils’ curious and inquisitive minds.

There are some fantastic stories linked to Science on Twig Science reporter. You can find out what is going on in the world right now as well as search for stories that you are specifically interested in.

Curriculum Overview Intent, Implementation and Impact Milestones
Science to try at home

These are some Science activities that  you can take part in any time of the year:

Take part in the RSPB Wild Challenge

You can work towards a bronze, silver or gold award by completing a range of activities such as:

  • Making a bird bath
  • Rockpooling
  • Making a bug hotel
  • Pond dipping
  • Birdwatching

Look out for the different phases of the moon

Track how the moon changes throughout the lunar month.

Look out for the International Space Station

The space station is visible because it reflects the light of the Sun – the same reason we can see the Moon. However, unlike the Moon, the space station isn’t bright enough to see during the day. It can only be seen when it is dawn or dusk at your location. As such, it can range from one sighting opportunity a month to several a week, since it has to be both dark where you are, and the space station has to happen to be going overhead.

Look about you and question what you see

Persuade your grown-ups to go outside and enjoy a brisk walk in the countryside.  Going for a brisk walk is scientifically proven to burn excess calories, build stamina and make your heart healthier. You’re likely to lead a healthier lifestyle just by going for a 10-minute walk every day.

Look about you and question what you see

Persuade your grown-ups to go outside and enjoy a brisk walk in the countryside.  Going for a brisk walk is scientifically proven to burn excess calories, build stamina and make your heart healthier. You’re likely to lead a healthier lifestyle just by going for a 10-minute walk every day.

What does it feel like to be inside a cloud?

Have you noticed that we get more misty mornings?

A cloud is made of water droplets or tiny ice crystals. As the water droplets rise high in the sky, the air gets cooler causing the water droplets to adhere to particles of dust in the air. The droplets are so light that they float in the air.

What is mist?  Mist is made up of small droplets of water hanging in the air.  You are in fact in the middle of a cloud when it is misty! SO the next time you walk through the mist, pretend you are floating in a cloud!

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