Chemistry

The Science Faculty aims to help students to become knowledgeable, scientifically literate, and technologically capable problem solvers

We have two pathways for KS4 Science. Both pathways are available in Foundation and Higher tiers and so cater to a wide range of student ability. Teaching is differentiated to ensure that all of our students are supported on their journey through GCSE Science.

Vision

The Science Faculty aims to help students to become knowledgeable, scientifically literate, and technologically capable problem solvers. We foster a spirit of inquiry, nurture our students’ curiosity and aim for all to have an appreciation of the beauty and wonder of science. We bring in current, relevant and real-world science into the classroom, to allow our students to become educated citizens capable of engaging in public discussions, comprehending and analysing global issues.

Science is taught at KS4 and KS5 by subject specialists as far as possible, with students having different teachers for their biology, chemistry and physics lessons. This allows for greater expertise in curriculum delivery, providing a rich experience for our students.

Chemistry Learning Journey

This is a visual representation of how students' knowledge and skills develop through the Chemistry Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 curriculum.

Chemistry Learning Journey

GCSE Chemistry Exam specification information

chemistry curriculum maps