Science and Technology in the Curriculum for Wales

In the new Curriculum for Wales, Science and Technology is about helping children understand the world around them and how things work. It brings together science, computing, and design and technology.

Children learn by asking questions, investigating, experimenting and solving problems. They explore topics such as living things, materials, forces, digital technology and how ideas can be tested and improved.

The focus is not just on learning facts, but on thinking scientifically, using evidence, being curious, and applying learning to real-life situations. This helps children develop important skills for everyday life and future learning in a fast-changing, technology-rich world.