Progression across the primary years

There are many aspects to consider in relation to progression in using science resources as children progress through the primary years, for example:

• range of resources:
• moving from non-standard to standard measures:
• increasing demand for accuracy:
• complexity of resources:
• application of ideas such as repeat readings, reliability, validity:
• knowledge and understanding concepts related to the use of the resources:
• openness of the task / support given:
• scientific language used:
• familiar or unfamiliar context.

Click here for an overview of progression across the primary years in Choosing, Using Equipment and Health and Safety in Primary Science.