Science KS4 HoD Mrs Roberts (Physics) HoS Mrs Parker (Biology) Mrs Watson (Chemistry) Total of 12 Science teachers supported by 4 science technicians

Combined Science (Trilogy) GCSE ‘Double’ Science - AQA Combined Science (Trilogy) GCSE ‘Triple’ Science - AQA Biology GCSE Chemistry GCSE Physics GCSE

Double Science Triple Science All exams are taken at the end of the two year course (at the end of Year 11). There are 6 written papers (1 hour 15 minutes each), 2 for each subject. Each paper is a mix of multiple choice, structured, closed short answer and open responses. All exams are taken at the end of the two year course (at the end of Year 11). Each GCSE has 2 written papers (1 hour 45 minutes each). Each paper is a mix of multiple choice, structured, closed short answer and open responses. Students will gain two grades which will be linked. Students will gain three separate grades; Biology; Chemistry; Physics

Higher Foundation Old GCSE grade New GCSE Grade 9 A* 8 A 7 B 6 C/B 5 C   9 A* 8 A 7 B 6 C/B 5 C 4 D 3 E 2 F/G 1 Higher Foundation

Groups in Science (double award)… Ma H1 Cy H2 HF Ye H3

Groups in Science (triple award)… Set A Set B

Ability to reflect Resilience Independence Feedback… Verbal Written Ability to reflect Resilience Topic tests and exams Independence

Coursework There is no coursework element any longer, however… Students have to complete required practical investigations. Practical skills will be tested within the exam papers.

Provide a quiet place to study. Encourage your child to constantly review their work throughout the year. Get revision guides. Listen to advice about other forms of revision – BBC Bitesize; Primrose Kitten; My GCSE Science on You Tube etc. Use old exam questions / papers to practise exam technique . Use our revision clubs; Chemistry on Monday; Physics on Tuesday; Biology on Thursday.