Science

At Grace Orchard School, the Science curriculum is designed for students aged 10 to 16, with the following objectives:

Foster Curiosity and Interest

· Engage students in hands-on, inquiry-based learning to build their interest in Science and stimulate their curiosity about themselves and the environment.

Develop Understanding of Scientific Concepts

· Equip students with foundational scientific knowledge that helps them understand themselves and the world around them.
· Enable students to apply scientific concepts to practical daily living situations.

Cultivate Scientific Inquiry Skills and Attitudes

· Nurture skills such as observation, classification, measurement, and prediction to support scientific exploration.
· Encourage positive attitudes like perseverance, curiosity, and open-mindedness in scientific learning.

Promote Responsible Decision-Making

· Guide students to apply scientific concepts and skills in making informed and responsible choices that impact their personal well-being, daily life, and the broader community.

 
Building on their scientific foundations, STEM@GOS is a signature programme held once a term each year, designed for students with mild intellectual disabilities (MID) and autism. It offers hands-on, accessible, and progressive learning experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, gradually developing foundational skills and real-world applications.
 

STEM@GOS Programme Objectives

1. Develop Problem-Solving Skills

Support students in breaking down complex tasks into manageable steps, guiding them to analyse situations and propose solutions in a structured way.

2. Encourage Creative Thinking

Provide guided opportunities for students to explore resources and ideas and try new approaches to solving problems.

3. Promote Teamwork and Communication

Learn communication and relationship management skills through group activities.

4. Promote real-world applications

Connect classroom learning with real-world learning, helping students to understand how STEM concepts apply in the real world and preparing them for post-school pathways.