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Year 1 Science Scheme

Year 1 Science Scheme of Work

Our Year 1 science scheme of work provides structured, practical lesson planning aligned with the KS1 science curriculum. Each unit is carefully sequenced to support pupils in building scientific vocabulary and developing early enquiry skills through observation, questioning, simple tests and recording.

The scheme covers key Year 1 topics including seasonal changes, everyday materials, animals and plants, helping pupils make connections across their learning while developing confidence in scientific thinking.

Each unit includes lesson planning, teaching slides, differentiated worksheets, knowledge organisers and assessment materials, giving teachers a consistent and reliable approach to teaching science in Year 1.

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  • Seasonal changes
  • Everyday materials
  • Animals, including humans
  • Plants
  • Working scientifically: observing, questioning, identifying and classifying, performing simple tests and recording

Year 1 science scheme of work: lesson plans, worksheets and teaching slides

This Year 1 science scheme of work includes practical, clearly structured units designed to meet the KS1 science curriculum. It supports pupils in developing scientific vocabulary and enquiry skills through observation, classification, simple investigations and data recording.

Each unit provides everything needed for effective Year 1 science lessons, making it ideal for teachers looking for Year 1 science lesson plans, Year 1 science worksheets and a reliable KS1 science scheme with clear progression across the year.

What’s included in the Year 1 science scheme?

  • Step-by-step planning for every lesson
  • Interactive teaching slides for whole-class teaching
  • Differentiated Year 1 science worksheets
  • Knowledge organisers to support scientific vocabulary
  • Hands-on activities and investigations linked to each topic
  • Assessment materials to support tracking pupil progress

Year 1 science units included

Working scientifically in Year 1

  • Ask simple questions and use observations to suggest answers
  • Observe closely using simple equipment
  • Identify and classify materials, plants and animals
  • Perform simple tests and record results
  • Gather and record data using charts, tables and labelled drawings

Why choose this Year 1 science scheme?

  • Aligned with the KS1 science curriculum
  • Clear progression across all units
  • Includes planning, slides, worksheets and assessment materials
  • Differentiated tasks to support mixed ability classes
  • Suitable for flexible use across KS1