Deliver engaging, practical science lessons with our KS1 Science Scheme of Work, written for both Year 1 and Year 2 science. Fully aligned with the National Curriculum, this Key Stage 1 science scheme helps pupils develop scientific knowledge and enquiry skills through hands-on investigations, observation and discussion.
In Year 1 science, pupils explore seasonal changes, plants, materials and animals while beginning to develop confidence with observing, identifying and comparing. In Year 2 science, learning develops further through investigations into habitats, growth, materials and life processes, helping pupils build confidence with testing ideas and recording findings.
These KS1 science units include interactive teaching slides, differentiated worksheets, knowledge organisers, vocabulary support and practical investigations designed to strengthen both scientific understanding and working scientifically skills across Key Stage 1.
Browse our Year 1 and Year 2 science schemes to explore lesson progression, practical investigations and curriculum coverage across Key Stage 1.
Explore Year 1 science Explore Year 2 scienceThe scheme is designed to work flexibly within primary timetables. Many schools teach science in blocked units across half terms, while others timetable shorter weekly science lessons. Practical investigations and enquiry activities can also be extended to suit your curriculum approach and pupils’ interests.
This scheme can also be used flexibly for home education.
Plan and teach with confidence using our complete KS1 science scheme of work for Year 1 and Year 2 science. Scintillating Science provides structured, engaging lessons that support high-quality science teaching across Key Stage 1.
Whether you are mapping out KS1 science planning for the year or teaching individual units, the scheme ensures clear progression, secure subject knowledge and meaningful enquiry in every lesson.
Carefully sequenced to follow the KS1 science National Curriculum, the scheme develops both substantive knowledge and key working scientifically skills. Pupils build confidence in observing, questioning, predicting and carrying out simple tests across all statutory topics.
See how this fits within our Primary Science Scheme of Work from EYFS to KS2.
What’s included
Developing enquiry and understanding
Lessons encourage pupils to ask questions, make predictions and explore through practical investigation. Across Year 1 and Year 2 science, pupils study:
Lesson structure
Curriculum coverage and assessment
Fully aligned with the KS1 science curriculum, Scintillating Science supports long-term planning while building depth of understanding. Clear assessment opportunities and structured vocabulary progression help teachers track progress and identify next steps with confidence.
