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    Science

    FACULTY LEADER: Mrs S Richards

    Soxth FOrmers with bunsen burnerThe Science faculty at Prince Henrys aims to develop scientists of the future, who are aware of how science impacts on their everyday life and the world around them.

    We want our students to:

    • Gain scientific knowledge and understanding which is of value to them in the wider world
    • Develop their ability to use equipment skilfully within investigations
    • Analyse and evaluate their findings
    • Understand the importance of being scientifically literate in today's world

    KS3 Curriculum

    The KS3 curriculum is aimed at developing the students' knowledge and understanding of how science can be used to explain the world around them.

    In Year 7, students are taught in mixed ability form groups for six periods (hours) per week. This develops the knowledge and skills that underpin the Science curriculum.

    During Year 8 and Year 9, students are taught in ability sets and build on the skills and knowledge gained in Year 7 at a pace and to a level that is best suited to them.

     

    Half Term One

    Half Term Two

    Half Term Three Half Term Four Half Term Five Half Term Six

     Year 7

    Biology

    Chemistry

    Physics

    Biology

    Chemistry

    Physics

     Year 8

    Biology

    Chemistry

    Physics

    Biology

    Chemistry

    Physics

     Year 9

    Biology

    Chemistry

    Biology

    Chemistry

    Biology

    Chemistry

    Physics

    KS4 and KS5 Curriculum

    Please see the Key Stage 4 Options and Sixth Form pages for details of the KS4 and KS5 courses offered by the Science faculty.

      Biology Chemistry Physics
    Year 10

    Disease

    Respiration

    Food, Digestion & Enzymes

    Homeostasis & Response

    Core Questions

    Knowledge Organiser (Triple Only)

    Knowledge Organiser (All)

     

    Atomic Structure

    Electricity

    Energy Part 2

    Forces Part 2

    Year 11

    Inheritance & Evolution

    Ecology & Human Impact

       

    Assessment

    KS3: each topic has 3 small, in class, assessment tasks. These may be written, practical or quiz style assessments. At the end of each topic, there is a topic test with more 'exam style' questions.

    KS4: each topic in the three sciences will be assessed by an end of topic test. These are supported by regular home learning and regular use of assessed exam questions, such as those used in mock and end of year exams.

    KS5: assessment is via unit or module tests and standardised home learning using past exam questions.

    Enrichment

    The Science team runs a weekly Science Club for students in KS3, and enters students into competitions such as the Festival of Chemistry, the Golden Bunsen and the Faraday Science Challenge. A Level students take part in residential field trips and university practical experiences.

    We also run a Science Reading Challenge - watch the video to see how your child can join in.