Science

Members of Staff

Mrs. C. Riley: Subject Lead of Science
Mr. T. Beaumont: Teacher of Science
Mrs. C Bodycote: Teacher of Science
Mr. C. Chatburn: Teacher of Science
Mr. T. Moore: Teacher of Science
Mrs. R. Chana: Teacher of Science
Mrs. V. Parker: Teacher of Science
Ms. I. Ahmed: Teacher of Science
Ms. F. Durrance: Teacher of Science
Ms. J. Moss: Lab Technician

Subject Overview

The study of science ignites pupils’ curiosity about phenomena in the world around them and offers opportunities to find explanations. It engages learners at many levels, linking direct practical experience with scientific ideas. Experimentation and modelling are used to develop and evaluate explanations, encouraging critical and creative thought. Pupils learn how knowledge and understanding in science are rooted in evidence. They discover how scientific ideas contribute to technological change – affecting industry, business and medicine and improving quality of life. They trace the development of science worldwide and recognise its cultural significance. They learn to question and discuss issues that may affect their own lives, the direction of society and the future of the world

Science at KS3

Learners are put into two bands in KS3, with ability sets in Years 7 & 8.

Years 7 & 8 have 3 lessons per week.

We will be following the Activate scheme of work.

Year 7

Elements, Atoms and Compounds
Chemical reactions
Acids and Alkalis
Cells
Reproduction
Structure & Function of Body Systems
Forces
Sound
Light
Space

Year 8

Healthy lifestyle
Ecosystems
Adaptations & Inheritance
Periodic Table
Separation Techniques
Metals & Acids
The Earth
Electricity & Magnetism
Energy
Motion & Pressure

Key Stage 4

Learners are put into sets according to their academic ability in Year 9, 10 and 11. All students will study science in KS4. Most learners will complete the AQA Combined Science: Trilogy, which offers two GCSEs. This is a linear qualification with six 1 hour 15 minute exams at the end of year 11.

A small number of learners who achieve well at KS3 are considered for studying AQA triple science. This will gain pupils three separate GCSEs in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Again this is a linear qualification with six 1 hour 45 minute exams at the end of year 11.

Useful Links for Home Learning

Kerboodle requires login details that have been provided to pupils. Once logged on, pupils can access homework tasks set by their teachers.

Support Your Child

Exam board – AQA

Exam board resources such as Combined Science/Separate Science specifications, schemes of work and past papers can be found at:

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse

Suggested revision guides to purchase:

Please note – for all revision guides you will need to consider whether to purchase the higher or foundation tier AQA revision guide. Revision guides can be purchased from the Science faculty at the start of term for a reduced price.