Science·Energy·representational
Drawing circuits with proper symbols
Use recognised symbols when representing a simple circuit in a diagram, including cell, wire, bulb, switch, buzzer, and motor
Suggested ages 10–11
Learning journey
Your child is learning how electricity works in circuits — understanding how batteries power different components like bulbs and buzzers, and how to draw circuit diagrams using proper symbols.
Evidence of understanding
- Draw a circuit diagram using standard symbols for at least five components
- Interpret a circuit diagram drawn by someone else and describe what the circuit does
- Convert between a physical circuit and its diagram representation
Assessment prompt
Can Drawing circuits with proper symbols draw a circuit diagram using the proper symbols for batteries, bulbs, switches, and wires instead of drawing pictures?
Standards alignment
Y6.Sci.E.3GB · uk-nc-2013
Recognised symbols for simple circuits
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 2