1. Curriculum Leader: Miss Mangat
Science
Curriculum Leader: Miss Mangat

2. Successful year for science
59% A*-C in Science Core
72% A*- C in Additional Science
100% A*-C in Biology, Chemistry and Physics

3. What year 7s will study in science
Working Scientifically
Build on key skills in science
Practical, data, investigative, group work and analysis

4. What is covered in science
KS3 follows the Activate scheme of work
National curriculum
Topics that are covered: Biology, Chemistry Physics
Practical focus
6 lessons a fortnight in a science laboratory

5. Assessments in Science
Baseline assessments and CATs
Assessments throughout the term after 3 topics
Continuous reviewing of sets
Targeted Intervention

6. What can you do at home to help
BBC Bitesize
Revision guides (CGP)
Kerboodle.com
School website for literacy tips
UHS Science homework: End of chapter exam questions, spelling tests, literacy and data handling skills.

7. What can you do at home to help
Homework is complete
Use kerboodle.com to revisit the topic
Equipment they need for science

8. Going beyond the curriculum
KS3 homework club
Science club
CSI Brunel
Genetic Engineering project Brunel
Science week
CERN, Geneva
University Professors