Science and Technology
Ignite Curiosity. Build Skills. Prepare for the Future.
At Mill Park Heights Primary School, students in Years 3–6 are immersed in a dynamic Science and Technology program designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.
What Makes Our Program Stand Out?
From Year 3 onwards, students participate in a dedicated 60-minute specialist Science and Technology session each week—a consistent opportunity to explore, question, and discover.
Our program is built on the belief that science is everywhere. That’s why we connect learning to real-world experiences, helping students make sense of the world around them through engaging, hands-on investigations.
A Well-Rounded Scientific Education
Each year, students explore all major areas of science:
- Biology – understanding living things and ecosystems
- Chemistry – exploring materials and how they change
- Physics – investigating forces, energy, and motion
- Earth & Space Science – discovering our planet and beyond
Term 2 Learning Focus
This term, students are diving into exciting, real-world scientific questions:
- Year 5/6: Exploring our solar system and investigating the big question: Could humans survive on another planet? Students examine planetary conditions, distance in space, and what is needed to sustain life beyond Earth.
- Year 3/4: Investigating natural disasters and weather events, including bushfires, floods and cyclones. Students explore how these events occur and, importantly, what we can do to prepare for them and reduce their impact in the future.
Hands-On Learning with Real Technology
Students don’t just learn science—they do science.
They have access to cutting-edge tools and technologies, including:
- 3D printers & 3D printing pens
- Microscopes for close-up exploration
- Micro:bit computers for coding and circuits
- Merge Cubes for augmented reality learning
- Sphero robots for programming and problem-solving
Designing, Creating, Innovating
A key focus of the program is the Design Process, where students:
- Identify problems
- Plan solutions
- Build and test ideas
- Reflect and improve
This approach builds resilience, creativity, and perseverance—skills that extend far beyond the classroom.
Why It Matters
Our Science and Technology program equips students with the skills they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Through collaboration, inquiry, and hands-on exploration, students develop confidence as thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators.
Our students had an explosive time today during the Mad Science incursion!
From bubbling potions to crazy chemical reactions, the room was filled with excitement, laughter, and plenty of “WOW” moments. A big thank you to @madaboutscienceofficial for bringing the magic of science alive for our learners — you’ve sparked so much curiosity and wonder!
