Science at St. Gregory's

At St Gregory’s, the curriculum our children experience enables us to live out our Mission Slogan: Loving all, like Jesus, we flourish together. We aim to enable all our children to flourish, regardless of background or disposition by offering a rich and informed curriculum packed with opportunities for all our children to experience ‘life to the full’ (John 10:10).

Science in our school provides opportunities for children to explore the world around them; to learn about space and the universe; to question and explore why things happen and how things work; and to debate and question ‘big’ ideas such as evolution. We want our pupils to not only enjoy learning and promote a love of science, but also to develop an enquiring mind and an awareness of how science is relevant in their day to day lives.

Year 3 had a fantastic day at Bring Yer Wellies, where they enjoyed an exciting learning experience all about plants and the natural world. Throughout the day, the children explored the importance of plants and learned how nature helps support wildlife, people, and the environment. They discovered more about Mother Nature and the different ways plants grow, thrive, and contribute to healthy ecosystems.

One of the highlights of the visit was planting lavender. The children enjoyed getting hands-on, learning about how to care for plants and the conditions they need to grow. They were excited to take part in planting and gained a greater appreciation for the beauty and importance of the natural world. The trip was both educational and enjoyable, giving the children the opportunity to learn outside the classroom, develop their gardening skills, and deepen their understanding of nature. We are very proud of Year 3 for their enthusiasm, curiosity, and excellent behaviour throughout the day.