Teachers of Science
- Miss M Ambridge
- Miss K Atherton
- Mrs V Barclay
- Miss V Bates
- Mr C Campbell
- Miss S Clark
- Miss L Cook (Curriculum Leader)
- Miss H Dare
- Mr L Evans
- Mrs A Fairclough
- Miss K Heeley
- Mr M Lenton
- Miss V J Sears
- Mrs E Temple
- Mr M Woodhams
- Mr S Young
Our Vision for Science
Students at SJB study science as it helps our understanding of the world around us. Everything we know about the universe, from how trees reproduce to what an atom is made up of, is the result of scientific research and experiment. Human progress throughout history has largely rested on advances in science. From our knowledge of gravity to cutting-edge medicines, students of Science have shaped our modern world. All of these advances can trace their origin back to individuals learning about science as students. That’s why it is in all our interests to promote Science as a subject at SJB; it ensures the next wave of progress in all of the fields that affect our daily lives.
Key Stage 3
Year 7
- Introduction to Science
- The Universe
- Particles
- Cells
- Mixtures
- Reproduction
- Forces and motion
- Systems
- The atom and the periodic table
Science Year 7 Mastery Grid
Year 8
- The atom and the periodic table
- Sound
- Ecosystems
- Acids and alkalis
- Light
- Variation, adaptation and evolution
- Energy
- Dynamic Earth
Science Year 8 Mastery Grid
Year 9
- Introduction to Electricity
- Inheritance and DNA
- Materials
- Applications of Electricity
- Health and Disease
- Key Skills
- Science of a See-Saw
- Science of Bread
- Science of Glow Sticks
Science Year 9 Mastery Grid
Key Stage 4
Qualification: GCSE Combined Science
Exam Board: Edexcel
Coursework: 0%
Exam: 100%
Exam Structure: 6 x 1hr 10min exam papers sat in the summer of Year 11
Link to specification: Pearson Edexcel GCSE Combined Sciences 9-1 (2016)
Course Overview:
Science should enable students to:
- develop scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the specific disciplines of Biology, Chemistry and Physics
- develop understanding of the nature, processes and methods of science, through different types of scientific enquiries that help them to answer scientific questions about the world around them
- develop and learn to apply observational, practical, modelling, enquiry and problem-solving skills in the laboratory, in the field and in other learning environments
- develop their ability to evaluate claims based on science through critical analysis of the methodology, evidence and conclusions, both qualitatively and quantitatively.
Qualification: GCSE Biology/ Chemistry/ Physics (Separate Sciences – Triple*)
(*please note students will be selected for Triple Science based on progress and attainment in Y9)
Exam Board: Edexcel
Coursework: 0%
Exam: 100%
Exam Structure: 6 x 1hr 45min exam papers sat in the summer of Year 11
Links to specifications:
GCSE Biology
GCSE Chemistry
GCSE Physics
Course Overview:
Science should enable students to:
- develop scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the specific disciplines of Biology, Chemistry and Physics
- develop understanding of the nature, processes and methods of science, through different types of scientific enquiries that help them to answer scientific questions about the world around them
- develop and learn to apply observational, practical, modelling, enquiry and problem-solving skills in the laboratory, in the field and in other learning environments
- develop their ability to evaluate claims based on science through critical analysis of the methodology, evidence and conclusions, both qualitatively and quantitatively