At Poynton High School we believe that Science has something to offer for each student. All students study Science until at least the end of Year 11 and many go on to study Science degrees at university and to embark on Science-related careers as engineers, doctors etc.  Our Science curriculum is designed to prepare our learners to understand and appreciate the world around them. It is our aim to ensure our young people can navigate a changing world with the knowledge, skills and curiosity that prepares them for lifelong learning and future employment. Through high quality teaching and learning our intent is that the Science curriculum will allow students to:

1. Develop a love of science and of learning.
2. Access a broad and ambitious curriculum covering a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts.
3. Regularly revisit and build upon their prior learning.
4. Develop a deep level of knowledge and understanding which enables them to understand and question the universe in which they live.
5. Appreciate the importance of Science in everyday life and confidently apply their knowledge to familiar and unfamiliar contexts.
6. Develop their understanding of scientific methodology; allowing them to plan and carry out robust scientific investigations accurately and competently.
7. Evaluate the risks associated with the pursuit of knowledge and be able to safely work to investigate.
8. Accurately read, interpret, and analyse a variety of different data sources and formulate valid conclusions.
9. Gain an appreciation for Science-based careers and appreciate the importance of studying Science into further education.
10. Consider the wider ethical implications of some of the scientific concepts studied and promote a sense of moral and social responsibility to allow students to make their own judgements, whilst being respectful of the opinions of others.
11. Understand the links between Science and other subjects, such as Geography, Maths and Product Design.