Science

The science curriculum is implemented through carefully sequenced planning that builds knowledge over time and ensures prior learning is revisited and reinforced. Practical work is embedded throughout to develop scientific enquiry skills and deepen conceptual understanding. The curriculum also promotes long-term retention through deliberate retrieval strategies and makes meaningful links to real-world contexts, helping students see the relevance of science in everyday life and future careers.

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CRITERION A

Knowing & Understanding

Criterion b

Inquiring & Designing

criterion C

Processing & Evaluating

criterion d

Reflecting on the Impacts of Science

Statement of INQUIRY

Earth is a dynamic system that is constantly interacting and changing

Approaches to Learning
  • Writing for different purposes
  • Take responsibility for one’s own actions
Statement of INQUIRY

The material world can be explained through the relationship between form and function

Approaches to Learning
  • Create plans for summative assessment
  • Use models and simulations
Statement of INQUIRY

Changes to the conditions on earth have led to evolution.

Approaches to Learning

Identify primary and secondary sources, give and receive feedback

Statement of INQUIRY

Models represent how systems function and interact.

Approaches to Learning
  • Use and interpret a range of discipline-specific terms and symbols.
  • Document the work of others and sources of information used
Statement of INQUIRY

The relationships between force and energy enables progress in human capabilities

Approaches to Learning
  • T – Create original works and ideas by designing a rocket
  • SM – Practise failing well by working as a team to overcome issue with the rockets
Statement of INQUIRY

Exploration of systems involves risk and has consequences.

Approaches to Learning
  • C – make connections between various sources eg when exploring evidence of MH370’s disappearance
  • R – present information in a variety of formats
Statement of Inquiry

Evidence of change is collected to make decisions

Approaches to learning
  • C – Negotiate ideas and knowledge with peers and teachers.
  • S – Use appropriate strategies for organising complex information
Statement of Inquiry

There are risks and consequences to solving problems within systems

Approaches to learning
  • SM – Making plans for summative assessments.
  • T- Gather and organise relevant information to form an argument.
Statement of Inquiry

Relationships have driven patterns in migration.

Approaches to learning
  • C – Structure info in summaries, essays and reports.
  • R – Collect, Record and Verify Data.
Statement of Inquiry

Change can be observed through models of evolution

Approaches to learning
  • C – Use mathematical notation.
  • SM – Select and use technology
Statement of Inquiry

Modernisation of systems supplies energy for the future.

Approaches to learning
  • R – Awareness of media interpretations.
  • C – Read critically
Statement of Inquiry

A successful infrastructure relies on balanced relationships.

Approaches to learning
  • S – Practise empathy.
  • T – Revise ideas based on new information and evidence
Statement of inquiry

Change is most effectively investigated with teamwork.

Approaches to Learning
  • C – Read a variety of sources for information
  • R – Create references and citations
Statement of inquiry

Capabilities can be advanced through researching structural relationships.

Approaches to Learning
  • SM – Practise failing well
  • T – Evaluate and manage risk
Statement of inquiry

Economic profit depends on efficient system interactions

Approaches to Learning
  • T – Make connections between disciplines
  • R – Process data and report results
Statement of inquiry

Global relationships have consequences for equality and fairness (in sport)

Approaches to Learning
  • S – Build consensus
  • C – Use intercultural understanding
Statement of inquiry

Laws are determined by evidence of safe systems

Approaches to Learning
  • SM – Practise strategies to overcome impulsivity/anger
  • T – Identify trends
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ks4 Science

At Key Stage 4, all students study Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, tailored to their academic ability. Science supports the development of essential skills such as communication, analysis, and problem-solving. It also contributes to a broad, balanced education and helps build students’ cultural capital.

Statement of enquiry

How can we balance the benefits of radiation in medicine, research, and industry with the potential health risks of exposure, and what strategies are most effective in minimising those risks?

Statement of enquiry

Materials science is an interdisciplinary field that draws upon chemistry, physics, engineering, and other disciplines. This allows for a holistic understanding of materials, from their basic properties to their applications in various technologies.

Statement of enquiry

Materials science is an interdisciplinary field that draws upon chemistry, physics, engineering, and other disciplines. This allows for a holistic understanding of materials, from their basic properties to their applications in various technologies.

Statement of enquiry

Mechanics and thermodynamics are two fundamental branches of physics that help us understand the behaviour of matter and energy. Mechanics focuses on the motion of objects and the forces that act upon them, allowing us to analyse how things move and interact in our world.

While thermodynamics deals with heat, energy, and work, exploring how they relate to each other. It explains concepts such as temperature, energy transfer, and the laws of energy conservation. Together, these fields provide critical insights into everything from designing efficient engines to understanding weather patterns, highlighting their importance in both everyday life.

Statement of enquiry

Chemical Engineering, emphasising the application of chemistry, physics, and mathematics to solve real-world problems.

Statement of enquiry

To explore the human body, focusing on anatomy (structure) and physiology (function). learn how the various systems of the body work together to maintain homeostasis and the principles of genetic engineering.

Statement of Inquiry

Understanding the fundamental principles of physics and chemistry enables us to explain natural phenomena, develop innovative technologies, and address global challenges related to energy, health, and the environment.

Statement of Inquiry

Understanding the fundamental principles of physics and chemistry enables us to explain natural phenomena, develop innovative technologies, and address global challenges related to energy, health, and the environment.

Statement of Inquiry

Understanding the fundamental principles of physics and chemistry enables us to explain natural phenomena, develop innovative technologies, and address global challenges related to energy, health, and the environment.

Statement of Inquiry

Understanding the fundamental principles of physics and chemistry enables us to explain natural phenomena, develop innovative technologies, and address global challenges related to energy, health, and the environment.

Statement of Inquiry

Understanding the fundamental principles of physics and chemistry enables us to explain natural phenomena, develop innovative technologies, and address global challenges related to energy, health, and the environment.

KS5 Applied Science

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Statement of inquiry

Understanding fundamental scientific principles and their real-world applications enables us to solve problems, innovate technologies, and improve health and sustainability on a global scale

Approaches to Learning

Critical thinking collaboration

Statement of inquiry

Understanding fundamental scientific principles and their real-world applications enables us to solve problems, innovate technologies, and improve health and sustainability on a global scale

Approaches to Learning

Critical thinking collaboration

Statement of inquiry

Mastering scientific laboratory techniques and understanding their applications enables accurate data collection, supports innovation, and promotes health and safety in real-world scientific investigations.

Approaches to Learning

Critical thinking collaboration

Statement of inquiry

Mastering scientific laboratory techniques and understanding their applications enables accurate data collection, supports innovation, and promotes health and safety in real-world scientific investigations.

Approaches to Learning

Critical thinking collaboration

Statement of inquiry

Mastering scientific laboratory techniques and understanding their applications enables accurate data collection, supports innovation, and promotes health and safety in real-world scientific investigations.

Approaches to Learning

Critical thinking collaboration

Statement of inquiry

Understanding fundamental scientific principles and their real-world applications enables us to solve problems, innovate technologies, and improve health and sustainability on a global scale

Approaches to Learning

Critical thinking collaboration

Statement of Inquiry

Effective scientific investigations require systematic planning, precise execution, and critical evaluation to generate reliable data that advances knowledge and addresses real-world problems.

Approaches to learning

Active, Reflective, Collaborative

Statement of Inquiry

Effective scientific investigations require systematic planning, precise execution, and critical evaluation to generate reliable data that advances knowledge and addresses real-world problems.

Approaches to learning

Active, Reflective, Collaborative

Statement of Inquiry

To understand the impact of disorders of the musculoskeletal system, lymphatic and digestive system and their associated corrective treatments.

Approaches to learning

Active, Reflective, Collaborative

Statement of Inquiry

To understand the impact of disorders of the musculoskeletal system, lymphatic and digestive system and their associated corrective treatments.

Approaches to learning

Active, Reflective, Collaborative

Statement of Inquiry

To understand the impact of disorders of the musculoskeletal system, lymphatic and digestive system and their associated corrective treatments.

Approaches to learning

Active, Reflective, Collaborative

Statement of Inquiry

Mastering scientific laboratory techniques and understanding their applications enables accurate data collection, supports innovation, and promotes health and safety in real-world scientific investigations

Approaches to learning

Active, Reflective, Collaborative