KS1 & KS2 science curriculum

This unit builds on pupils' prior learning from Everyday materials, where they explored the properties of materials and their uses. In Simple electrical circuits, pupils will learn how to construct basic circuits and understand how electricity flows through components like wires and bulbs. This prepares them for the next unit, Changing circuits, where they will explore more complex circuit designs, including the effects of adding switches and multiple components, deepening their understanding of how electrical systems work.

1. Electrical appliances
2. Electrical appliances of the future (non-statutory)
3. Components in a simple circuit
4. Building simple circuits
5. Troubleshooting problems with circuits
6. Switches
7. Electrical conductors and insulators
8. Electrical conductors: testing
9. Generating and transporting electricity (non-statutory)
10. Working with electricity

• Distinguish between the object and the material from which it is made
• Identify and name a variety of everyday materials, including wood, plastic, glass, metal, water and rock
• Identify and compare the suitability of a variety of everyday materials for particular uses