Science

1. How did you design your curriculum?

2. How have you made sure you are covering the National Curriculum?

3. What is your intent for science?

4. How does science contribute to children’s cultural capital?

5. Could you outline the breadth in the science curriculum?

6. What is your approach to spacing in your curriculum?

7. What is your model of progression in science?

8. How do you monitor that your curriculum maps are being implemented effectively?

9. How clearly defined are your end points on your curriculum maps?

10. How do you assess learning in science?

11. Could you tell me what I would see in lessons?

12. Could you tell me what I would see in the children’s books?

13. What does greater depth in science look like?

14. How good is your curriculum for all pupils?

15. Do you have any underachieving groups?

16. What is attainment on entry?

17. How does science contribute to the development of literacy and numeracy skills?

18. How does science support the development of SMSC?

Impact:

1. How long have you been subject leader for science?

2. What are the expectations of subject leaders in your school?

3. What are your main roles and responsibilities as subject leader for science?

4. Can you outline your leadership strengths and areas to develop as science subject leader?

5. Do you receive any non-contact time and if yes, how is it used?

6. Can you explain the 2-3 key priorities you are working on this year as science subject leader?

7. Is science well resourced?

8. Can you give me an example of a leadership action you took and the impact it has had on standards in science?

9. What CPD have teachers had to help them deliver the science curriculum effectively?

10. What do governors know about science?

11. Do you have a policy for science?