Science
Science is about the study of the world and explaining observations, using appropriate methods to test theories and ideas.
Students study Science to help them to make sense of the world, how things work and interact and the impact of human activities.
It also encourages them to understand new technologies and make critical assessments of current scientific issues in the media and in their lives. We aim to help students realise the importance of Science on an everyday level and how it is used in a variety of occupations.
As they learn about Science students will develop a range of skills, including questioning techniques, teamwork, analytical, evaluative, communicative and experimental skills.
Whenever possible lesson content will be framed in a way to demonstrate how it relates to technological developments, occupations and their everyday lives.
Students follow the Key Stage 3 National Curriculum in Years 7 and 8. In Year 9 most students follow a GCSE Foundation Course to develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their GCSE courses. Most students complete 2 GCSEs in Years 10 and 11, but a small number of the most able are offered triple Science which they begin in Year 9. We follow the OCR 21st Century Science syllabuses for all GCSE courses.
Teaching Staff
Mr S Stewart (Subject Leader)
Miss T Jones (2nd in Department)
Miss S J Beacher
Miss K Evans
Mrs J Rea
Mr J MacDonald
Miss A Tiltman
Mrs E Bruin
Mr R Leece (part-time)