Science

Learning Outcome

Every Westwood pupil will become an inquisitive learner through the acquisition of scientific knowledge and skills and show care and concern for the environment.

Curricular Objectives

The Science department seeks to prepare our students to be effective citizens with the ability to function and thrive in an increasingly technologically - driven world. Central to the Science curriculum framework is the spirit of scientific inquiry. The Science curriculum seeks to nurture each student as an inquirer, fueling each child’s natural curiosity.

In 2021/2022, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) programs designed to help students gain skills required to succeed in the 21st-century have been introduced into the curriculum at different levels. These programmes incorporate a wide range of soft skills such as critical thinking, innovative problem-solving, team-work, adaptability, creativity, digital literacy, etc.

Ultimately, we hope to develop pupils who are innovative, enjoy Science and value scientific inquiry as an important tool to help them explore their natural and physical world.

Science Programme


Learner-Centered Environment in every classroom	- Claim-Evidence-Reason approach - Activity-Based & Collaborative Learning - Application of Thinking Routines & Scientific Discourse
- Differentiated Support for every chierld	- P3-P5 Science Remedial Programme - Excellence in 2000 Science
Experiential Learning For Effective Engagement	- Discover Science Trails@Westwood - Learning Journeys * P3 - River Wonders * P4 / P5 - Science Centre * P6 - Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum - School-based level-wide programmes * P3 Plant a Seed Programme * P4 Greening for Sustainability Programme * P3 - P6 STEM Programme
Holistic Assessment	Performance Tasks (e.g. practical skills) Group work Mini Test (MCQ/ short-structured questions) Semestral Assessments