Science

Science is integrated through our IB Units of Inquiry and also taught as a single subject lesson where all students have a rich, hands on experience incorporating STEM methodology. All students from Reception to our upper years have at least one 50 minute lesson per week.

Science as a single subject

Studying Science as an additional subject has given focus for students to experiment, wonder, foster creativity, ask questions and develop deep thinking skills through the Scientific Method. Students are encouraged to hypothesise, predict, evaluate their data, make observations, describe properties and to think like scientists.

The aim of Science at Blackwood Primary School is to develop a child’s curiosity and willingness to explore and not be afraid to ask questions. The students at Blackwood Primary School are taught the Australian Curriculum through an inquiry IB lens.
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The Australian Curriculum strands focus on Science Understandings of;

• Biological Sciences
• Chemical Sciences
• Earth and Space Sciences
• Physical Sciences

​The Science Inquiry Skills of;

• Questioning and Predicting
• Planning and Conducting
• Processing and Analysing Data and Information
• Evaluating
• Communicating

And Science as a Human Endeavour

• Nature and Development of Science
• Use and Influence of Science

Green Team/ Animals

Our Green Team and science classes at Blackwood Primary School plays an important role in caring for our school garden and chickens. Through hands-on activities, students learn about sustainability, responsibility, and environmental stewardship. The garden produces a range of vegetables and herbs, which are used in school cooking programs and shared with the school community. Caring for the chickens teaches students about animal welfare and the cycles of food production. The Green Team’s commitment helps foster a sense of pride and teamwork, making sustainability a daily part of our school culture.

Science Active School

At Blackwood Primary School, we are proud to be recognised as a Science Active school. This recognition reflects our strong commitment to fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of science among our students. Through hands-on investigations, engaging projects, and a rich, inquiry-based curriculum, we empower our learners to explore scientific concepts and develop important skills for the future. Our staff work collaboratively to ensure science is integrated across learning areas, and we celebrate our achievements through whole-school activities and community partnerships.