Our KS3 science curriculum sets a solid foundation for our students to understand the world around them and the models that explain it. Our students will gain an appreciation of how science has changed our lives and is vital to the world’s future prosperity.
Vision/Intent
Build up a body of fundamental knowledge, concept the specific key terminology needed. Pupils will be able to apply logic and rational explanation to their own observations and, in turn, will develop a sense of excitement and curiosity about natural phenomena. Students will begin to understand how science can be used to explain what is occurring, predict how things will behave as well as analyse cause and effect.
Our knowledge-based curriculum is designed to ensure student learning builds sequentially and is repeatedly linked to prior and future learning to maximise long term retention. Practical work and the use of scientific models is incorporated into all topics and great emphasis is placed on how this supports students to learn the key ideas of science.
Year 7
| Autumn Term | Spring Term | Summer Term |
| Introduction to Science: Safety and Skills
Cells The Particle Model Forces Muscles and Bones |
Reproduction
Mixtures and Separation Sound |
Ecosystems
Acids and Alkalis Atoms, Elements and Molecules Energy Electricity |
| Enrichment/Extracurricular | ||
| Science Week (March)
Eco Club |
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Year 8
| Autumn Term | Spring Term | Summer Term |
| Food and Nutrition
Unicellular Organisms Combustion Fluids Light |
Breathing and Respiration
The Periodic Table Energy Transfers |
Plant Reproduction
Metals Rocks Earth and Space |
| Enrichment/Extracurricular | ||
| Science Week (March)
Eco Club |
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