Science

The Science Department is housed in five laboratories together with a preparation room, but we are not limited to just the buildings. The Department is staffed by teachers with multiple years of Science specialist teaching.  We are a committed team with a progressive and caring attitude.  We are all extremely passionate about our subject and share this enthusiasm at every opportunity.

The Curriculum

The first two years of Science are taught following the Key Stage 3 national curriculum. Groups are mixed in Year 7, 8 and 9 and each class follows the same scheme of work. Topics are from each of the 3 scientific disciplines, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The course is designed to engage and enthuse students, through the use of practical science, problem solving and extra-curricular activities and visits.

In Key Stage 4 we offer the AQA Combined Science Trilogy course. This allows our students to experience quality first teaching in Biology, Chemistry and Physics without limiting their ability to achieve in further education.

In Key Stage 5, specialist teachers teach all subjects, typically over four one hour sessions per week for Year 12 and Year 13. The subjects on offer are A-Level (GCE) Biology, Chemistry and Physics.  All GCEs are accredited by AQA.

Further information on all courses is available from the Science Department.

Curriculum Map

Curriculum Map – Science 2023 (Currently being updated)

Staff

Mrs M Fearn – Subject Leader
Mr N Harvey
Mrs N Foster
Mrs M Brumpton
Mrs A Tanweer – Science Technician