A year-long physics program for elementary students — where curiosity becomes deep understanding
WONDER. THINKING. UNDERSTANDING.
This course is designed for elementary students to explore the world of physics in depth. The year-long curriculum covers four fundamental themes: sound & light, matter, electromagnetism, and force & motion.
Our approach is grounded in inquiry-based learning. Each topic begins with a "science magic trick" that sparks curiosity and invites discovery. Children are encouraged to ask bold questions, think critically, and share their ideas with confidence. Beyond lecturing, we rely on hands-on experiments to make abstract concepts come alive. We believe science must be seen, touched, and experienced.
Every class opens with a captivating magic moment rooted in real physics — sparking the question "why?" before any explanation is given.
Science must be seen, touched, and experienced. Students conduct real experiments — making abstract concepts concrete and lasting.
To ensure depth of engagement, enrollment is strictly limited to no more than six students per class.
Although the class is fun and engaging, it is anchored in serious science. The content is rigorous and often goes beyond high school level. But the purpose is not to rush children into learning ahead of schedule.
Instead, we use science as a vehicle to nurture core abilities of young minds — critical thinking, independent problem-solving, and the skill of asking deep questions. Our hope is that this program will help children build a structured way of thinking and foster a research mindset, which will guide them to seek understanding at the roots of every problem.
The true value of this program extends far beyond the classroom — shaping how children think, question, and solve problems for life.
Develop the ability to evaluate evidence, question assumptions, and form independent conclusions — skills that distinguish exceptional thinkers in any field.
Build a structured way of thinking that seeks understanding at the roots of every problem — a mindset that defines great scientists, engineers, and innovators.
Learn to ask bold, penetrating questions that go beyond the surface. This single habit — asking the right question — is the foundation of all discovery.
Gain confidence to tackle unfamiliar challenges without relying on scripts or formulas — developing the resilience to work through difficulty independently.
Develop an intuitive understanding of how the physical world works — from optics to electromagnetism — that persists and deepens long after the course ends.
By the end of Year 2, students are equipped to pursue National Science Bowl participation — with the knowledge, thinking skills, and confidence to compete at the highest level.
"We use science as a vehicle to nurture core abilities of young minds — the skill of asking deep questions, thinking critically, and seeking understanding at the roots of every problem."
A sample of the full year-long curriculum — spanning 4 fundamental themes of physics
Sound & Light
Matter
Electromagnetism
Force & Motion
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11 Topics
13 Topics
In Year 2, children progress to learning the fundamentals of chemistry and biology — building on the scientific thinking and inquiry skills developed in Year 1.
By the end of this program, students are prepared to receive further training and aim for participation in the National Science Bowl competition.
An interdisciplinary thinker passionate about inspiring young minds
Chief Partner, Cross-discipline
"Understanding Begins At the Root"
"I believe true understanding comes from distilling a concept down to the point where a child can understand. I love being challenged by kids and inspiring their curious minds to think critically and connect the dots that bind knowledge together. Children's intelligence often exceeds our own, for their minds are open and free of assumptions."
Join a small group of curious minds exploring the physical world with depth, rigor, and joy. Build habits of thinking that will define your child's intellectual future.
Questions? Contact us at info@nexosci.com