Science Curriculum Posts
The New Science Curriculum 2014
Pupils at Swinemoor Primary School discuss science, the part it plays in everyday life and what they are looking forward to with the launch of the new science curriculum in September 2014.
Forces in Science
At Swinemoor Primary School pupils in class 1/2J have been learning about forces in science. The children have learnt that a push, a pull and gravity are all forces. The class also love to play [...]
The Human Eye – Science film
Pupils at Swinemoor Primary have been busy producing their second science film and expanding their knowledge of both human biology and digital media production. Working alongside Jon Robson and Mrs Burton, pupils researched facts and [...]
Science experiments – resistance
Key stage 2 pupils had an introduction to forces today by conducting some simple tests using spinners. The spinner were dropped from a height and timed. Pupils analysed the results and drew conclusions highlighting that [...]
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“The respect both pupils and staff have for one another shows all around the school. It’s a very happy place to be.”
“The fact they have a very modern approach to their teaching and the headmaster is very much involved and isn’t scared to get his hands dirty and interacts very well with all the staff and children.”
“The school is very clean and staff well dressed. Its nice when visiting to see all the work on display and to hear the excellent comments from the kids about their day.”
“How the children progress and where necessary they are given help to achieve that progress.”
“That the children are very proud of their work and teachers make sure they are rewarded.”
“Keep encouraging sport such as football and netball..”
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“Always giving our children a challenge. Always pushing them harder, not taking satisfactory, but aiming high!.”
“Teaching staff in Y 5/6 who really challenge the children and move them forward.”
“That each child’s needs are met, a great understanding (SEN)”
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“We really enjoy all the school performances that parents are invited to.”
“My daughter is making fantastic progress. The two performances I have seen have been excellent (Harvest and Christmas).”
“Strong headteacher. Caring and intelligent teachers. Good curriculum. Good discipline.”
“My daughter likes Swinemoor because she says ‘everyone is friendly’. I like it because all children are included and have the confidence to compete and challenge anyone.”
“Since starting Swinemoor my son has come on in leaps and bounds and in just a short time. I am looking forward to the further progress.”
” It’s a really good school with high achievers and high standards from the pupils. Very helpful if I’ve had a problem.”
“The enthusiasm of the staff and the fact my child has been encouraged to learn whilst being allowed to progress at his own speed.”
“All of the shows/ performances are so professional and we feel welcomed coming into school. I think the school instills confidence and high self esteem in pupils.”
“Progress of the children and if and when necessary they are given extra help.”
” It’s a really good school with high standards and high achievers.”
“Competitions that occur each half term.”
“We like the fact that the children’s work/plays are able to be seen on the website and I think the teacher’s end of term videos are a great addition.”
“The way that my child has improved 100% from last school.”
“Staff are welcoming and willing to help/listen. Child always seems happy.”
“I am impressed with the teaching at this school and pushing the kids into doing work they are capable of.”
