Science Department

Approach

The Science programme in Meridian takes direction from the Singapore’s Primary Science Syllabus. The Science curriculum aims to enthuse and nurture all students to be scientifically literate and provide strong science fundamentals for them to innovate and pursue STEM for future learning and work.

Key Departmental Programmes

1. Level-Based Learning Journeys
Students learn best when they can apply their knowledge to real-world contexts. The learning journeys ties in with the Science Syllabus and enable them to see the concepts that they learn in class come to life.

P3: Kok Fah Technology Farm
P4: Science Centre (Matter)
P5: Science Centre (Seed Dispersal)
P6: Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve

2. Experimental Investigation Through Laboratary Lessons
Concepts are better learned when students can see it happening for themselves. This allows them to become young Scientists, discovering the concepts through experimentation.

3. Science Trails
Students embark on a journey to explore and appreciate the wonders of nature in our school gardens. This trail blends hands-on learning with real-world observations, helping students connect science concepts with the natural environment around them.

4. Differentiated Support For Every Child

a. Excellence 200 Science (E2K Science)
To further develop the potential of students in Science, selected P4 and P5 students who demonstrate high interest and ability in Science are selected to join in the E2K Science programme. The E2K Science Programme in Singapore is an enrichment program, focusing on scientific investigation and inquiry-based learning to deepen understanding of advanced science concepts. It's adapted from the Excellence 2000 (E2K) Program from Israel and aims to develop students' scientific thinking, reasoning skills, and 21st-century competencies like critical thinking and communication.

b. Science Olympiad
The Singapore Primary Science Olympiad (SPSO) is an annual national competition that challenges and inspires primary school students to apply their scientific knowledge and thinking skills. Organised by the NUS High School of Math and Science, the SPSO promotes excellence in science through engaging problem-solving tasks and aims to nurture young scientific talent across Singapore. To further develop the potential of students in Science, selected P5 students will join the Science Olympiad Programme.

c. Young Scientist Badge Scheme
Young Scientist Badge Scheme (YSBS) is a programme designed by the Science Centre to inspire interest in and encourage the exploration of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines among Primary school students. The scheme complements formal science curriculum in schools by providing opportunities for students to engage in STEM learning beyond the classroom.

d. Science Remedial Programmes
To provide support for our students, selected students are invited to join in the remedial programmes to help them bridge their learning gaps.

For enquiries on the school’s Science Department, please email:
Mdm Noorhafidzah Bte Shaffi (Head of Department)