Explore our collection of Year 1 science units, covering seasonal changes, everyday materials, plants, animals and the human body. Fully aligned with the KS1 science curriculum, these engaging units help pupils develop scientific vocabulary, observation skills and early enquiry through practical, hands-on learning.
Part of our comprehensive Scintillating Science scheme, each unit includes detailed lesson planning, interactive teaching slides, differentiated worksheets, practical investigations and assessment opportunities to support progression across Year 1 science.
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These Year 1 science units support pupils in developing early scientific understanding through practical investigation, observation and discussion. Lessons are designed to build confidence with scientific vocabulary and enquiry while helping pupils make sense of the world around them through meaningful, hands-on learning.
Across the year, pupils explore seasonal weather patterns, materials and their properties, plants, animals and the human body. The units encourage pupils to ask questions, identify patterns, compare findings and begin recording results using simple scientific methods.
Part of our Scintillating Science scheme, these units support progression from EYFS science through to KS2 science, with clear curriculum progression and practical enquiry embedded throughout.
