Science
Head of Department:
Mrs Yvonne Duffy
Phone: 01904 415906
Head of Department: Mrs Y. Duffy
Second in Science : Mrs McLaughlin
Science Teachers - Mrs Blacketer, Mr Breare, Mr Gumn.
Key Stage 3
Students in years 7 - 9 follow the science curriculum studying all 3 areas of science ( biology, chemistry and physics ). They learn about all aspects of science and carry out investigative work. They complete about 12 units per year, covering all three areas, and develop skills based on predicting, observing, analysing and evaluating. Students also develop literacy and numeracy skills within each unit. At the end of 2 units, students sit a unit test and are given a Key Stage 3 level.
Key Stage 4
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Below is a summary of each course.
Core Science
The new GCSE 21st Century Course consists of 5 units, 4 GCSE exams and 1 coursework section. Pupils will study 9 units of work, 3 Biology units, 3 Chemistry units and 3 Physics units. They will be tested on these nine units together with developing skills on ‘How Science Works’. Pupils will also carry out a data handling exercise.
Assessment
4 x unit GCSE exams both set and marked by exam the board.
1 data analysis assessment unit internally marked, but moderated by OCR.
1 case study assessment unit internally marked, but moderated by OCR.
GCSE Additional Science
This is a concept-led course providing pupils with a deeper understanding of basic scientific ideas. The modules studied provide further study into any branch of Science.
Additional is for the pupil who enjoys thinking about, and understanding, scientific ideas. This pupil likes investigative work and wishes to study science post 16 with a view to a career in Science such as a doctor, vet or scientist.
Pupils will study 9 units of work, 3 Biology units, 3 Chemistry units and 3 Physics units. They will be tested on these nine units together with developing skills on ‘How Science Works’. Pupils will also carry out a data handling exercise.
Assessment
4 x unit GCSE exams both set and marked by the exam board.
1 coursework assessment unit internally marked, but moderated by OCR.
GCSE Additional Applied Science
This is for the pupil wishing to develop their understanding through work related contents. This course focuses on procedural and technical knowledge giving an insight into context that pupils are likely to meet in their personal and working lives.
Additional Applied is for the pupil who enjoys learning and using practical techniques, is able to work on individual tasks, and is motivated by Science in practise and therefore likely to take post 16-courses or jobs related to Science such as an Electrician or Technician.
Pupils will study three units of work over the course. Included in these are practical skills.
Assessment
3 x unit GCSE exams both set and marked by exam board.
Skills assessment unit internally marked, but moderated by OCR. (standard procedures x6, Work related report x1, suitability test x1)
Useful Information
www.twentyfirstcenturyscience.org
Comment on exams 2008 In the summer of 2008 we achieved continued success with our year 9 SATs results. We achieved 63% Level 5 and above. Well done to those students - a good indicator for those GCSE exams in January 2009! Year 11 did well in their Core and Additional science. Year 10 also do Science GCSE exams and they are currently out performing the previous year with 58% of pupils achieving a Grade C and above at Core Science. We are really proud and so impressed with your achievements and look forward to August 2009 being even more successful!