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 KS3 Science

 


Pupils study science from year 7. In each year of KS3 they study 6 different ½ term projects covering biology, chemistry and physics, with underlying aspects of scientific enquiry, independent learning and creativity running throughout. Each year progresses from the last, building upon previous learning.

During each ½ term project, all pupils will be given two pieces of level assessed homework that require completing and improving. At the end of each ½ term project, all pupils sit a project exam; with all marks being reported to parents/carers via the Learning platform. The overall level awarded will be an average of all assessed tasks.

At the end of each year, all pupils sit a SAT style examination in Science. This exam is externally set and internally marked. These marks help to monitor progress and allow intervention to be targeted appropriately.

Extra support is available in the shared area, where helpful websites are highlighted and SAM learning is available for individual extension work and revision.

  		 
 

 Science at Longfield

 


Science is a vital part of any person's education because of the way in which our lives depend upon Science and Technology. By developing science skills and knowledge we hope students will be prepared for life in the 21st century.Science is a core subject in the National Curriculum.

 

 Subject content KS4

 


Longfield pupils now complete their KS3 studies in two years; allowing 3 years to complete their KS4 studies. During this time pupils will study either GCSES from the OCR 21st Century Science suite; leading to at least two GCSE’s in science or Edexcel BTEC + Diploma  (equivalent to 2-4 GCSE’s) depending upon future aspirations and ability.

The GCSE suite allows accreditation in the following GCSE’s;
 GCSE Science
GCSE Additional Science
GCSE Additional Applied Science
GCSE Triple science over 3 years
 
Edexcel BTEC is continually assessed and covers a range of biology, chemistry and physics topics.