Science

Curriculum Intent

The Science curriculum intends to:

Develop an enthusiasm and enjoyment of scientific learning and discovery.
Enhance scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding of the disciplines of Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Encourage pupils to formulate their own questions about the natural world around them.

Curriculum Implementation

The Science curriculum incorporates the study of a range of Biology, Chemistry and Physics components alongside practical experiences. Science is taught as set out by the year group requirements of the National Curriculum at KS1-KS4. This enables the accumulation of knowledge and allows progress through repeated topics to embed and develop learning. Problem solving opportunities are incorporated into lessons, allowing pupils to find out for themselves how to answer questions using a variety of practical means. Pupils are encouraged to ask their own questions and are given appropriate scientific equipment to discover the answers.

We currently provide two qualification pathways within our Science curriculum offer. These aim to enhance the foundations built in Years 7 and 8. Pupils begin to work towards the following qualifications in Year 9:

WJEC Entry Level Pathways Science Today

AQA GCSE Science Double Award Synergy

Curriculum Impact

Pupils receive a relevant and exciting learning experience which provides them with the foundations for understanding the natural world.
Pupils are given the opportunity to experience problem solving opportunities, allowing them to find out for themselves how to answer questions in a variety of practical means.
Pupil’s individual efforts and achievements are recognised and celebrated at all levels.