New science lesson plans for Prep to Grade 2 students have been released and rolled out across Victorian primary schools, coinciding with National Science Week.
Filled with ready-to-use resources, the lesson plans include lesson sequences, slide decks, built-in assessments, and practical experiments that bring the revised Victorian Curriculum in science to life, said Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, Ben Carroll.
The Minister said the plans are designed to help teachers focus on what matters most while supporting consistency and quality across classrooms.
“Great science teaching starts with great planning. These lessons help teachers bring science to life in ways that spark curiosity, deepen understanding and inspire students to explore the world around them,” said Mr Carroll.
“Today’s release of science lesson plans for Prep to Grade 2 helps teachers spend less time on paperwork and more time on what matters most.”
From exploring plants, animals, the solar system, properties of materials, weather and sound – the lessons are backed by the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0 which emphasises evidence-based teaching practices, said the Minister.
Each lesson includes clear learning goals, step-by-step explanations and opportunities for students to practice new skills – ensuring all students are set up for success.
The development and release of thousands of lesson plans complements the Government’s Independent Review into administrative and compliance activities in Victorian government schools, which recommended shared curriculum materials for teachers to reduce their workload.
