Science

Our Team

The Science Department comprises a dedicated team of teachers and STEM instructors committed to nurturing curious, confident, and future-ready learners. Through meaningful learning experiences, authentic inquiry, and strong collaboration across disciplines, we inspire students to explore, question, and appreciate the world of Science.

Our Vision

A collaborative Science team that inspires curiosity and empowers every learner to explore, question, and grow as a confident, lifelong inquirer.

Our Mission

We collaborate to design meaningful Science learning experiences that spark curiosity, nurture e21CCs, and empower students to think critically and inquire confidently about the world around them.

Signature Programme(s)

Our programmes weave research-driven innovation, curriculum alignment, and purposeful use of school platforms to deepen inquiry and strengthen students' STEM confidence.

1. STEM and Design Thinking in Science Learning

We integrate Design Thinking into Science lessons and Applied Learning Programme (ALP) experiences to help students understand how scientific knowledge contributes to real-world solutions.

Using plastic pollution as a schoolwide Contemporary Issues (CI) theme, students first examined the environmental impact of plastics to build empathy and awareness. They then engaged with STEM Learning Corners in the library, where authentic materials and curated activities guided them to define key challenges and ideate alternatives.

Students who wished to extend their learning joined workshops to prototype water pods, exploring spherification and testing how changes in material concentration influenced membrane strength and texture. This process gave students a hands-on experience of how scientists study sustainable alternatives to plastics, showing them that they too can contribute to change.

2. Inquiry-Rich and Hands-on Science Experiences

Students take part in hands-on investigations that help them make sense of scientific concepts through real-world applications.

• Separation Techniques: Coke vs. Coke Zero
  Students applied scientific methods to verify sugar content in beverages.

• Turmeric Natural Indicator
  Students explored acids, bases, and pH levels using a natural colour-changing indicator.

3. Contemporary Issues (CI) Sharing: Connecting Science to the Real World

CI Sharing is a schoolwide platform where students explore current Science-related issues and connect them to classroom concepts.

Examples include:

“The Unofficial Guide to Being Human” Exhibit

Students examined the science behind screen time—how it affects learning, vision, and focus—linking their observations to concepts learned in Science lessons.

Plastic Pollution

Students explored how plastics impact communities and ecosystems, laying the foundation for later Design Thinking activities and water pod prototyping.

Singapore Oil Spill in June 2024

Students learned about the incident and the strategies used locally to manage it, which led to an extended workshop where they experimented with different clean-up methods. Using droppers, spoons, straws, and cotton wool, students compared approaches, discussed their strengths and limitations, and observed a teacher demonstration of hair as an effective oil absorber.

4. Collaboration and Partnerships

Collaboration within the department strengthens instructional practice. Teachers co-design lessons, share expertise, and support one another in enhancing inquiry-based learning.

Partnerships with parents further enrich students’ experiences.

Parent–Child STEM Workshop: Bioplastics
Families explored biodegradable materials together, applying scientific thinking to sustainability.

Community engagement
Our students from the Sec 2 Science Talent Development Programme engaged the community on the making of bioplastics using sodium alginate solution and calcium chloride solution during the PCF Yuhua Earth Day in April 2026. This is a more sustainable alternative to the traditional plastic materials made from derivatives of crude oil, as sodium alginate can be obtained from natural sources like seaweed.

5. STEM Learning Stations

STEM stations placed around the school provide open, low-barrier entry points for students to explore concepts beyond the classroom. These stations foster curiosity, agency, and independent learning.

Science Competitions

• To stretch students with strong interest and aptitude, the department sends participants to national and international competitions such as:

Australian Big Science Competition

Ignite Skills Challenge

Singapore Junior Biology, Chemistry & Physics Olympiads

Singapore National Crystal Growing Challenge

STEM Challenge

6. Science Talent Development Programme

Launched in 2025, this pilot programme engages high-interest students in deeper inquiry through hands-on experiments and real-world investigations that extend beyond the formal curriculum.

Watch our Sec 2 students in action:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y93XPV6UrTw (opens in new tab)

7. Inspiring Students to Thrive

Through these initiatives, students develop strong inquiry habits, confidence in STEM, and an appreciation for how Science shapes global and local issues. Our focus on Design Thinking, real-world relevance, and authentic problem-solving nurtures empathy, creativity, and resilience—dispositions essential for lifelong learning.