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Our Science is practical based and covers biology, chemistry and physics. Lessons are creative, adventurous and support individual learners equipping our students with the skills to successfully pass their GCSEs and take the subjects on to further levels if they so desire. |
Equipped with his five senses, man explores the universe around him and calls the adventure science.
Edwin Powell Hubble 1954 |
In KS3 our students cover a programme of study which encourages enquiry and initiative. Practical investigations are a core feature and help to make the subject exciting and relevant.
Work is continually assessed with Progress Checks made every six or so weeks and reported back to parents. |
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These are some of the topics covered:
Particles; Cells; Energy & Electricity; Acids/Chemical Reactions; Plants; Geology; Solar System; Forces/Magnets/Friction; Environment. |
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In KS4 our students have a choice of GCSEs to choose from including Single Science, Double Science and Triple Science. Exams are taken by module and completed within a two year period of study beginning at the start of Year 10.
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Biology covers topics such as: Understanding Ourselves; Our Environment; A Green World; The Living Body; Beyond the Microscope.
Chemistry covers: Carbons; Rocks & Metals; The Periodic Table; Chemical Economics.
Physics covers: Energy for the Home; Living for the Future; Forces for Transport; Radiation for Life. |
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