| Staff: Miss Donnelly Mrs Edwards Mr Sloan Miss Hanna Miss Knott |
Technical
Staff: Mr Crossley |
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About
our Department
The Science
Department consists of six fully equipped laboratories. A number of these
have undergone recent refurbishment with the installation of Interactive Whiteboards
and the latest computer hardware. All labs have data projectors to enhance
the quality of teaching and learning. The addition of a new laboratory and
preparation room in 2002 has made the teaching and learning facilities amongst
the best available.
Key
Stage 3
Pupils in Years 8-10 have
the opportunity to study a wide variety of scientific topics as part of the
Key Stage 3 Curriculum. These topics are derived from the main subject areas
of Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Pupils learn and develop their skills through
investigative and experimental work and through the use of Information and
Learning Technology (ILT) which is available through the department.
Topics Covered at Key Stage 3
Year
8 Chemical Changes Water for Life Life, Body System and Cells Solutions and Separations Forces Everywhere Human Reproduction Acids and Alkalis On the Move Plants and Water The Brain and Learning Solids, Liquids and Gases The Universe Design for Life |
Year
9 Electricity Earth in Space Materials Reproduction Environment |
Year
10 Physics Biology Chemistry |
Science
beyond GCSE
Pupils
in Years 13 and 14 can take units in Science as part of AVCE Health and Social
Care. These units have been popular for those hoping to pursue careers within
the Healthcare professions such as Nursing and Occupational Therapy.
Educational
Visits
Pupils
have the opportunity to go on a number of educational visits or participate
in interactive science roadshows, related to topics they have covered in Science.
Recent visits have included a GETSET Science & Technology roadshow for
Year 8 and a visit from the Planetarium for Year 9 and Year 10 pupils.
Click on the links below for further information on what the Science Department offers:
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