Science @ Ffynone

The main aims of the Science curriculum are: -

• That pupils should be able to appreciate the relevance of the curriculum to themselves and the environment.
• That pupils appreciate the contribution that Science makes to society.
• That all pupils, regardless of race, gender and ability have equal access to, and participation in the curriculum.
• That pupils gain the knowledge, understanding and skills required by National Curriculum Science.
• That pupils find Science enjoyable and challenging.
• That pupils develop an understanding of and ability to use the Science process.
• That pupils develop positive attitudes.

 Key Stage 3 (Years 7 & 8/9)

At Key Stage 3 pupils follow the scheme of work published by OXFORD University Press (Science Works) through which they are taught a balanced science curriculum As far as possible pupils have first hand experience of scientific ideas through practical activities. In this way pupils can learn about how and why things behave as they do. They are also encouraged to make use of a variety of techniques to communicate their findings, ideas and information to others. Pupils are given the opportunity to generate their own opinions and justify their answers. Questioning is used to involve pupils and to stimulate their progress. And most importantly Pupils are always encouraged to become independent learners.

Key stage 4 (Years 9/10 &11)

Examination Board: WJEC

Pupils at KS4 continue to study a balanced science curriculum .They are given the opportunity to study the Separate sciences for which they are awarded three separate GCSE grades. Most of our pupils choose to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics separately.

At Ffynone the Science Department teaching Staff are friendly and highly experienced. They are committed to help and support all our pupils to fulfil their potential. The Science department consistently delivers excellent results across the three subjects.

Key Stage 5 (Years 12 & 13)

Most of our pupils choose to study a combination of Biology, Chemistry and Physics at A level which lead onto a wide variety of courses in University.