The Science Department aims to work within the Mission Statement of the school to develop in pupils an understanding of the world around them, a scientific method of thinking and observation and an ability to communicate with an increasingly technological society.

 

 

• To provide a scientific knowledge.
• To develop a scientific method of enquiry and practical skills.
• To develop an awareness of the relationship between science, society and the environment. 

 

1. Key concepts
2. Key Processes
3. Range and content
4. Curriculum oppertunities

From Levels 3 to 7.

 

Key Stage 4

 

All pupils will follow an appropriate Science course to GCSE Level.

 

Post 16

 

GCE A & AS Levels in PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY, BIOLOGY are offered through AQA.

 

Assessment

Key Stage 3

• Continuous Formative Assessment
• End of Topic Tests
• Practical Assessments in Scientific investigation

 

Year 10: GCSE Science

Year 11: GCSE Additional Science

-both courses 75% Examination and 25% Skills Assessment

 

Post 16

 

• Examinations                                       80%
• Practical Assessment/Examination       20% 

 

Accreditation

Key Stage 4
Entry Level Certificate - When appropriate

GCSE - Science B (AQA)

             Additional Science (AQA)

             Biology, Chemistry, Physics (AQA)

 

Post 16

A & AS Level   Biology

                        Chemistry

                        Physics

 

Homework

• To consolidate, clarify, widen and deepen the knowledge gained in class.
• To encourage independent learning and research.
• By reading, reporting, researching and revising ideas.
• Set regularly.
• Checked and marked in class or in class sets.

Equipment

Each pupil will need the following equipment:

• Pen
• Pencil
• Ruler
• Eraser
• Coloured Pencils
• Calculator