Deliver high-quality KS2 science with our structured KS2 science scheme of work for Years 3 to 6. Scintillating Science helps teachers deliver practical, enquiry-based lessons that build pupils’ scientific knowledge, confidence and working scientifically skills.
Carefully sequenced to follow the KS2 science National Curriculum, the scheme covers key topics including forces, electricity, light, sound, states of matter, Earth and space, living things and evolution.
Explore the full Primary Science Scheme of Work from EYFS to Year 6.
This scheme can also be used flexibly for home education.
Scintillating Science supports teachers with structured, enquiry-based units that build on KS1 learning and prepare pupils for upper key stage science with confidence. Each lesson develops scientific understanding through hands-on investigations, discussion and reflection.
Designed to follow the KS2 science National Curriculum, the scheme covers all statutory topics while embedding key working scientifically skills across Years 3 to 6.
Lessons promote deeper understanding through practical enquiry, questioning and reasoning. Coverage includes:
Fully aligned with the KS2 science curriculum, Scintillating Science provides coverage across Years 3 to 6. Assessments, vocabulary lists and progression documents support teachers in tracking attainment and ensuring clear progression.
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