Lower Key Stage 2 Science
Build curiosity and achieve strong results in Lower Key Stage 2 Science (Years 3–4) with expert support.
What is Lower Key Stage 2 Science?
Lower Key Stage 2 (Years 3-4) Science introduces your child to the living world, materials, and forces through hands-on, enquiry-based learning that builds curiosity and core scientific understanding.
What Your Child Learns
Clear, age-appropriate learning with real progress you can see.
Living World
- Plants and what they need to grow
- Animals and their habitats
- Food chains and what eats what
- The human body — bones, muscles, and keeping healthy
Materials & Matter
- Properties of everyday materials
- Solids, liquids, and gases
- Why we use different materials for different purposes
- Simple changes and investigations
Forces & Energy
- Pushes, pulls, and magnets
- Light and shadows
- Sound and vibration
- Simple circuits and electricity basics
How We Track Progress
We focus on confidence, accuracy, and consistency using a clear assessment-to-plan approach.
- Quick skills check
- Confidence and gaps identified
- Personalised plan
- Short quizzes
- Homework feedback
- Milestone targets
- Clear next steps
- Parent updates
- Progression readiness
Curriculum Pathways We Support
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How We Teach It
Small Groups
Small groups (a maximum of six students) for personalised attention.
Enquiry-Led Learning
We teach through investigation and questioning — building genuine understanding, not rote memorisation.
Practical Application
Regular experiments, data handling, and real-world problem-solving to cement scientific concepts.
Progress Tracking
Clear targets and regular check-ins so students know exactly what to improve next.
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