● To educate pupils into the methods and ideas of science so that they can use science to
interpret and understand the world.
● To assist pupils in creating meaningful personal frameworks for understanding science.
● To critically analyse ideas and the application of ideas for scientific validity.
● To critically evaluate the social and environmental implications of the application of scientific
ideas.
Affective features of learning:
● To foster a sense of interest, enjoyment and excitement in learning in science.
● To include a sense of beauty, respect, reverence and awe in approaches to the environment
and understanding our place in the universe.