The government-approved scheme of work for Primary 4 Basic Science & Technology for all topics is now available on our platform. This unified (used in all states) scheme of work covers all topics ranging from first term to third term which starts with introduction and revision of the previous term, midterm breaks, revision, examination, and vacation.
The Primary 4 Basic Science & Technology scheme of work government-approved subjects for all primary schools in Nigeria makes this scheme of work very important. It is the government revised scheme for all topics for Primary 4 Basic Science & Technology and it is applicable to all states. That is, schools (Private and government-owned) operating in all states in Nigeria are advised to make use of this scheme of work as it contains the approved curriculum.
Basic Science & Technology is a compulsory subject because they form the core foundation of development for pupils in primary school level up to secondary level.
The Primary 4 Basic Science & Technology scheme of work seen here is the latest revised unified scheme of work according to the Ministry of Education. It is applicable in all states, it is the approved scheme for all basic and primary school levels that must be compulsorily adopted by all schools in Lagos, Ogun, Ibadan, Port Harcourt, Abuja, Anambra, Delta state and all states in Nigeria be it private or public schools because it is from the scheme of work that national common entrance is curled from.
The government approved Primary 4 scheme of work here states all the topics to be treated and how it should be taught. Teaching pupils in primary schools is somewhat different from secondary, for primary schools you need to be more practical in your teaching. Nowadays, audio-visual means are now being adopted by majorly private schools in teaching Primary 4 Basic Science & Technology as it helps the children assimilate and remember easily, what has been taught.
Primary 4 scheme of work here also highlights the time frame given to cover each subject because it is the government’s directive that all schools finish the academic session within the same time frame hence the need to cover all topics within the stipulated period which is usually within 10 to 12 weeks.
In as much as most private schools have adopted the Montessori method of teaching which is centered on independent activity or better put, a more practical method of teaching which involves using physical objects or audiovisual materials which in turn makes children make creative choices in their learning and this is often tutored by a well-trained teacher who guides the pupils in the process, this does not in any way change or make them (private primary schools) adopt another scheme of work, it’s just a different method of imparting knowledge in their pupils.
The government-approved scheme of work for Primary 4 Basic Science & Technology is the same as the scheme of work used by all states. Say, for instance, the Lagos state-approved scheme of work Primary 4 Basic Science & Technology is the same as the scheme of work used in the eastern and northern region of Nigeria except for some slight changes which have to do with religious and cultural background. For instance, the scheme of work in Lagos and other southwestern states contains Yoruba Language but is not present in the northern or eastern region of Nigeria.
In this post, we shall cover the following:
- The government approved a unified scheme of work for Primary 4 Basic Science & Technology for 2025
- Lagos state scheme of work for Basic Science & Technology in primary school for 2025
- Unified Primary 4 scheme of work for all 36 states in Nigeria including the FCT, Abuja.
- Government-approved scheme of work for Primary 4 Basic Science & Technology first term.
- Government-approved scheme of work for Primary 4 Basic Science & Technology 2nd term.
- Government-approved scheme of work for Primary 4 Basic Science & Technology 3rd term.
Having listed the available Primary 4 scheme of work for Basic Science & Technology 2025/2026 academic session, I will be providing the full scheme below. All you need to do is identify the subject you need and make do with the information for your personal consumption.
Government Approved Scheme of Work for Primary 4 Basic Science & Technology 1st Term to 3rd Term 2025/2026 Session
Government-approved scheme of work for Primary 4 Basic Science & Technology first term.
Pry 4 Basic Science/Technology Scheme of Work (FIRST TERM)
Week 1: Revision of last term’s work
Week 2: Types of changes: (a) temporary (reversible) change (b) permanent (irreversible) change
Week 3: Human body:- What to do to take care of parts of the human body
Week 4: Meaning of computer
Week 5: Meaning and importance of technology
Week 6: Weather: (a) meaning of weather (b) factors affecting weather
(a) grouping the content of first aid (b) component of first aid
Week 7: Hardware components and software components
(a) Meaning and types of hardware
(b) Meaning and types of software
Week 8: Products of technology
Week 9: Weather instrument: (a) weather record (b) weather symbol (c) records
Week 10: Uses of the materials in the first aid box
Week 11: Loco-motors and non-locomotors
Week 12: Examination/closing
Basic Science/Technology Scheme of Work For Primary 4 (SECOND TERM)
Week 1: Revision of last term’s work
Week 2: Changes in plants e.g. Leaf-fall, flowers, fruits, etc.
Week 3: Changes in animals: (b) names of the young ones of animals (p) life cycles of insects, other growth or development charges, insects, Other growth or development changes
Week 4: The teeth, tongue, and lips
Week 5: Accidents: (a) causes of accident (6) prevention of accident
Week 6: Meaning of road safety and advantages and disadvantages of road safety (b) road safety measures
Week 7: Meaning of booting (D) types of booting (9 the step for booting
Week 8: Data information: (a) meaning of data information (b) source of information (c) Computer as IPD system
Week 9: Concept of shape construction (b) materials use for shape construction e.g. wood, metal, and paper (c) cutting tools Used in shape construction e.g. Chisel, ships, Scissors and saw, etc.
Week 10: Types of middle and long-distance race:
(a) Middle distance (800m, 1500m
(b) Long-distance races (300m, steeplechase 500m)
Week 11: Skill in the middle and long-distance race
Week 12: Revision
Week 13: Examination and closing
Primary 4 Basic Science/Technology Scheme of Work (THIRD TERM)
Week 1: Revision of last term’s work
Week 2: Water-sources of water (b) Differentiating water from other liquids (C) Evaporation (a) condensation (e) freezing
Week 3: Water cycle (b) Rain formation
Week 4: Meaning the volume of liquid in mm3 cm2 road safety guidelines for:
(i) Pedestrians (ii) cyclists (iii) motorcyclists (iv) animals (v) consequences of not observing road Safety guidelines.
Week 5: General crashes and road traffic crashes (b) distinguish between general Crash and road traffic crashes (G) medicine vigilance (to be aware of any adverse reactions when a medicine is taken)
Week 6: IT-Information and communications technology (b) IT-gadgets: (i) Computer ii) Mobile phone (iii) remote control (iv) V-sat dish (v) DVD etc
Week 7: Operating common IT-gadgets (i) computer (ii), GSM phone (iii) Remote
Control
Week 8: Meaning of vehicle (a) different types of vehicles (i) bicycle (i) Motorcycle (iii) Car (iv) Bus (v) Truck/trailer
week 9: External parts of vehicle: (b) uses, and disadvantages of vehicle
Week 10: Uses of energy e.g. To work (b) sources of energy e.g. Sun, tide and wave fuels wind and water
Week 11: Basket skill:- (a) forward, guards, center pass, jump ball, dribbling, passing, shooting, debouching (b) volleyball e.g. Serving, passing, scoring
Week 11: Revision
Week 12: Examination/closing
I hope this has been helpful, especially for school owners, teachers, parents, and guardians who need it for the personal tutoring of their wards. The Primary 4 Basic Science & Technology scheme of work is government approved for all subjects taught at the elementary stage (primary school) for 2025 so if you have any questions as regards the subject matter please feel free to reach out to me via the comment section below and I will respond accordingly.