Welcome to the Science area
Head of Department – Mr A. Quinn.
We aspire to produce learners who are skilled critical thinkers, problem solvers, innovators and team players. Students will develop their minds by accessing a stimulating and challenging curriculum supported by an extensive enrichment programme.
Staffing
| Assistant Headteacher & Director of Science College | Mr P. Kerr – BSc (Hons) Physics |
| Head of Science | Mr A. Quinn – BSc (Hons) Biology |
| Lead Practitioner of Science | Mr G. Michael – BSc (Hons) Environmental Bioscience |
| Second in Science (KS4) | Mrs H. Taylor – BSc (Hons) Biology |
| Second in Science (KS3) | Mrs C. Cowan – BSc (Hons) Biology |
| Teacher of Science | Mrs C. Moir – BSc (Hons) Science |
| Teacher of Science | Miss I. Valeva – BSc (Hons) Biochemsitry |
| Teacher of Science | Miss H. Mahmood – PGCE/QTS – SCITT |
| Senior Technician | Mr D. Anderton– HNC Business I.T and Chemical Technician Level 4 |
| Lab Technician | Mr B. Smart |
Per Term Topic Information
Year 7
| Autumn | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Cells Atoms Sound Space | Structure and function of the body Reproduction Light | Particle model Chemical reactions Forces Acids and alkalis |
Year 8
| Autumn | Spring | Summer |
| Adaptations & inheritance Motion & pressure The periodic table Reprodution | Ecosystems The Earth Electricity & magnetism | Metals Energy Health & lifestyles Separation techniques |
Year 9
| Autumn | Spring | Summer |
| Inheritance and Selection Biology in society Our place in the Universe | Crude oil and the future Atoms and reactions Powering the Earth | Preparing for the science fair Biology, Chemistry and Physics The Great Science Fair |
Year 10
| Autumn 1 | Autumn 2 | Spring 1 | Spring 2 | Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
| B1: Cell Level Systems C1: Particles P1: Matter (structure of the atom, specific heat capacity & specific latent heat) | B1, C1 P1 Revision and mock B2: Scaling Up (movement of particles & cell growth) C2 Elements, Compounds & Mixtures P2: Forces | B2, C2 P2 Revision and mock B3: Organism Level Systems C3: Chemical Reactions P3: Electricity | B3, C3 P3 Revision and mock | B4: Community Level Systems C4 Predicting & identifying Reactions & Products P4: Magnetism & Magnetic Fields | B4, C4 P4 Revision and mock |
Year 11
Combined Sciences & Separate Sciences (additional content for Separate Sciences)
| Autumn 1 | Autumn 2 | Spring 1 | Spring 2 | Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
| B5: Genes and Inheritance C5: Monitoring Chemical Reactions P5: Waves | B5: Natural Selection and Evolution C5: Controlling Reactions and Equilibria P6: Radioactivity | B6: Global Challenges Monitoring and Maintaining the Environment Feeding the Human Race C6: Global Challenges Improving Processes and Products P7: Energy | B6: Global Challenges Monitoring and Maintaining Health Non-communicable diseases C6: Global Challenges Organic Chemistry Interpreting and Interacting with Earth Systems P8: Global Challenges Physics on the move Powering Earth Beyond Earth | Revision and Exam Preparation | External Exams |
Curriculum
Year 7
| No. of lessons per fortnight | Frequency and length of homework | Additional learning opportunities e.g. clubs, speakers, visits, residential … | Department support e.g. intervention classes, revision classes … | Additional guidance for parents e.g. exam board info, websites to support revision, books to read, useful places to visit … |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Fortnightly (duration 30 min) Worksheets Revision Topic based research Graphing | Nature Club Magna Science Centre Visit Manchester University Gateway Visit Planetarium Experience Junk Music Workshop | Drop in Revision Classes (by arrangement) Intervention Classes (by arrangement) | http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zng4d2p Provides support for all areas of Science at KS3 including learner guides, revision and interactive activities, test yourself section and video clips. https://www.cgpbooks.co.uk/Parent/books_ks3_science Link to CGP Books parent page, where study, practice and revision guides are available to purchase online. https://www.visitmagna.co.uk/ Link to Magna Science Centre, Sheffield |
Year 8
| No. of lessons per fortnight | Frequency and length of homework | Additional learning opportunities e.g. clubs, speakers, visits, residential … | Department support e.g. intervention classes, revision classes … | Additional guidance for parents e.g. exam board info, websites to support revision, books to read, useful places to visit … |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Fortnightly (duration 30 min) Worksheets Revision Topic based research graphing | Nature Club Manchester University Gateway Visit Chemistry at Work Activity Day | Drop in Revision Classes (by arrangement) Intervention Classes (by arrangement) | http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zng4d2p Provides support for all areas of Science at KS3 including learner guides, revision and interactive activities, test yourself section and video clips. https://www.cgpbooks.co.uk/Parent/books_ks3_science Link to CGP Books parent page, where study, practice and revision guides are available to purchase online. https://www.visitmagna.co.uk/ Link to Magna Science Centre, Sheffield |
Year 9
| No. of lessons per fortnight | Frequency and length of homework | Additional learning opportunities e.g. clubs, speakers, visits, residential … | Department support e.g. intervention classes, revision classes … | Additional guidance for parents e.g. exam board info, websites to support revision, books to read, useful places to visit … |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Fortnightly (duration 30 min) Worksheets Revision Topic based research graphing | Nature Club Manchester University Gateway Visit TEEN Tech Activity Day | Drop in Revision Classes (by arrangement) Intervention Classes (by arrangement) | http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zng4d2p Provides support for all areas of Science at KS3 including learner guides, revision and interactive activities, test yourself section and video clips. https://www.cgpbooks.co.uk/Parent/books_ks3_science Link to CGP Books parent page, where study, practice and revision guides are available to purchase online. https://www.visitmagna.co.uk/ Link to Magna Science Centre, Sheffield |
Year 10
| No. of lessons per fortnight | Frequency and length of homework | Additional learning opportunities e.g. clubs, speakers, visits, residential … | Department support e.g. intervention classes, revision classes … | Additional guidance for parents e.g. exam board info, websites to support revision, books to read, useful places to visit … |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 +5 Opt | Weekly (duration 45 min) Worksheets Revision Topic based research Graphing Kerboodle (online homework) Further reading | Manchester University Gateway Visit Salford University Dragonfly Day Jodrell Bank Visit Big Telescope Day Excitement of Science Lecture | Targeted intervention classes Drop in Revision Classes (by arrangement) | http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse-gateway-science-suite-combined-science-a-j250-from-2016/ Link to OCR curriculum page for combined Science http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse-gateway-science-suite-biology-a-j247-from-2016/ Link to OCR curriculum page for Biology http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse-gateway-science-suite-chemistry-a-j248-from-2016/ Link to OCR curriculum page for Chemistry http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse-gateway-science-suite-physics-a-j249-from-2016/ Link to OCR curriculum page for Physics http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zrkw2hv Support for Science at KS4 including learner guides, revision and interactive activities, test yourself section and video clips. |
Year 11
| No. of lessons per fortnight | Frequency and length of homework | Additional learning opportunities e.g. clubs, speakers, visits, residential … | Department support e.g. intervention classes, revision classes … | Additional guidance for parents e.g. exam board info, websites to support revision, books to read, useful places to visit … |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 +5 Opt | Weekly (duration 45 min) Worksheets Revision Topic based research Graphing Kerboodle (online homework) Further reading | Manchester University Gateway Visit | Targeted intervention classes Revision classes | https://www.kerboodle.com/users/login Link to Kerboodle online resources and homework activities. Pupils have individual login details. Institution code is Bri7 http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/science/21c/ Support for Y10 Core Science at KS4. http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/science/add_ocr_21c/ Support for Y11 Additional Science at KS4 http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/science/triple_ocr_21c/ Support for Y11 Triple Science modules at KS4 |
