The aim of the Science Department is to develop students’ knowledge and understanding of the world around them through an investigative and relevant curriculum that fosters an awareness and appreciation of science to improve students’ life chances.
Head of Department: Ms F. Bibi
KS3
Years 7 and 8 – Oxford Science; internal assessments.
KS4
Years 9 and 10 Edexcel Combined Science; 1SCO
ChemistryChemistry 116.67%
Assessment | Unit | Weighting | Duration |
---|---|---|---|
Biology | Biology 1 | 16.67% | Each unit is assessed through a 1 hour and 10 minute examination. |
Biology 2 | 16.67% | ||
Chemistry 2 | 16.67% | ||
Physics | Physics 1 | 16.67% | |
Physics 2 | 16.67% |
There are no controlled assessments for Edexcel Combined Science.
Year 11
Edexcel GCSE Science; 2SC01
Assessment | Unit | Weighting | Duration |
---|---|---|---|
Biology B1 | Influences on Life | 25% | Each unit is assessed through a 1 hour examination. |
Chemistry C1 | Chemistry in Our World | 25% | |
Physics P1 | Universal Physics | 25% | |
Controlled Assessment | 25% | Internally Assessed |
Edexcel GCSE Additional Science; 2SA01
Assessment | Unit | Weighting | Duration |
---|---|---|---|
Biology B2 | The Components of Life | 25% | Each unit is assessed through a 1 hour examination. |
Chemistry C2 | Discovering Chemistry | 25% | |
Physics P2 | Physics for your Future | 25% | |
Controlled Assessment | 25% | Internally Assessed |