Science

Science at BSAK offers students the ability to access a wealth of knowledge and information which will contribute to their understanding of how and why things work as they do.

Science is able to explain the mechanics and reasons behind the daily functioning of complex systems, which range from the human body to sophisticated modern technology.

Our students are able to use their knowledge and skills to understand new concepts, make well-informed decisions and pursue new interests. Science allows our students to be critical and make reasoned decisions about the information they read in books and newspapers, see on the television or are exposed to on the internet. Students will study Science as a combined subject in Year 7 with aspects of biology, chemistry and physics being taught on a topic by topic basis.

COURSE CONTENT Term 1

● Particles and their behaviour ● Cells ● Forces ● Separation techniques

Term 2

● Structure and Function of Body Systems ● Sound ● Elements, Compounds and The Periodic Table ● Science Fair projects

Term 3

● Space ● Reproduction ● Light

SKILLS DEVELOPED

● Describe and explain scientific ideas ● Application of knowledge including problem solving ● Data analysis, including calculations and evaluation ● Scientific literacy ● Practical work

ASSESSMENT

Students will be assessed at the end of each topic studied using a range of questions to assess learning. There will also be an end of year exam, consisting of two approximately one hour papers assessing all topics and skills covered until that point.

SCIENCE

RESOURCES

All students will be issued with login access to www.kerboodle.com where they will be able to use an extensive bank of learning resources including videos, animations, podcasts, worksheets and a digital version of the Oxford KS3 Science Activate 1 and 2 textbooks.

Another very useful resource is: KS3 Science Website.

SETTING

Students will be broadly grouped according to ability in Science.