The focus of science in the KS1 national framework is to allow children to observe scientific phenomena to engage their curiosity and encourage them to ask more questions about the world around them. In KS1 children are expected to develop a basic understanding of working scientifically, as they begin to use scientific methods and skills. The areas of science covered in KS1 are:
These areas of scientific study should form a solid basis of scientific understanding to be developed throughout a child’s primary and secondary education. Observation is central to science at KS1; children should be able to perform simple tests and communicate their observations to their teacher and peers.