Primary Science
The Benefits Of Studying Upper Primary Science
Our Upper Primary Science homeschooling course encourages children to ask scientific questions and begin to appreciate the way in which science will affect the future on a personal, national, and global level. They will learn to ask and answer scientific questions, plan and carry out scientific investigations/ experiments, and learn how to use equipment correctly.
Science teaches an understanding of the natural world through Biology, Chemistry and Physics. It aims to stimulate a child’s curiosity in finding out why things happen in the way they do. It teaches methods of enquiry and investigation to stimulate creative thought.
The Primary Science homeschooling courses are designed to cover all of the requirements of the UK National Curriculum over the course of 6 years.
For more details of the curriculum see a summary of the areas of study here: Years 3 & 4 / Years 5 & 6.
Once completed, our Upper Primary Science course lays the foundations for children to transition smoothly to our Secondary Science course.
Apply NowTHE SYLLABUS AND HOURS OF STUDY
- Allow for up to 2.5 hours study time per week for your child to complete each year of Upper Primary Science plus additional time for completing assignments.
- Your child should be able to complete the course in 9 months.
- We offer Study Skills Sessions for those students who need some extra help managing their studies.
Key Topics Covered
Year 3 – Plants, animals (including humans), rocks, light, forces and magnets.
Year 4 – Living things and their habitats, animals (including humans), states of matter, sound, electricity.
Year 5 – Living things and their habitats, animals (including humans), properties and changes of materials, earth and space, forces.
Year 6 – Living things and their habitats, animals (including humans), evolution and inheritance, light, electricity.
Course Fee
The fee for our Upper Primary Science homeschooling course for each subject per year is:
Years 3, 4, 5 or 6: is £450 by instalments or £427 in full.
To find out what our fees include please click here.
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Meet our Upper Primary Level Science Tutors
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Jen Etherton
The ‘light bulb’ moments of clarity in Maths, and the awe and wonder of scientific discovery in the children I teach brings me such joy! I enjoy helping children learn problem-solving techniques.
BA, PGCE, QTS Subject: Maths, Science View Profile -
Jill Morris
A key aspect of successful learning is a sense of security. Children need to feel safe to explore without worrying about making mistakes. As a Tutor it is important to understand each child well.
BA Primary Education Subject: Maths, Science View Profile -
Andrea Beattie
My expertise is with children where English is a second language. I enjoy thinking of imaginative ways to help children grasp tricky concepts in order that they can fulfil their potential.
BSc, PGCE and PGDip Subject: English, Maths, Science View Profile -
Edward Morris
I have always been interested in how children learn. There is always a way to spark interest and promote enthusiasm for every subject. I take pride in enabling children to learn in their own way.
BA, QTS Subject: Primary Subjects View Profile -
Jane Wilson
Helping pupils reach their full potential and enriching their educational experiences is my ultimate goal. I have attained endorsements in Gifted and Talented Education.
BEd, MEd Subject: Primary Subjects View Profile -
Tara Scully
Ignacio Estrada said, “If a child can’t learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn.” This sums up what I have enjoyed most about teaching and what motivates me.
MA Subject: Primary Subjects View Profile -
Tina Hemphill
I was born in Kenya and have lived there most of my life. I qualified as a Key Stage 2 teacher through the London School of Modern Montessori. I have spent my career teaching primary age children.
Montessori Subject: Primary Subjects View Profile
Anna Dombek, Homeschooling Parent, Poland
We loved Science, all the experiments helped Natalia understand scientific concepts and they’ve stimulated her into further research on the issues she found fascinating. Natalia loved the section on animals as well as woodwind instruments.
Ultima Martin, Homeschooling Parent, Singapore
Hi from Singapore. My 2 kids, Sam and Uma have just joined Wolsey. Sam is in Year 8 and Uma, Year 4 doing Geography, History, Science, Maths and English. We are all very happy and excited. My daughter Uma just made it into the Lion King International cast as young Nala so the entire family will be travelling with her as she tours. We are an adventurous family who believe learning doesn't have to be confined in a classroom. Looking forward to learning and growing with you all.
