Physics

Mr. Simon Odundo – Teacher of Physics

Mr. Collins Kaunda – Teacher of Physics

At Peponi, Physics is o ered as two courses in two stages. e IGCSE course, examined by Pearson/Edexcel, comes in three options i.e. Separate Sciences, Double Award and Single Science Physics. e advanced course, taught at AS and A-Levels, is examined by Cambridge International Examinations, CIE. We are pleased that our pupils secured top-in-Kenya awards at both IGCSE and A-Levels.

Physics teaching aims to inculcate in learners the critical skills of scienti c inquiry, while developing life-long attitudes and mindsets underpinning good practice in science, such as curiosity, systematic approach to problem-solving, objectivity, analysis, creativity and inventiveness.

Recognising that the world around us is complex and constantly changing, the study of Physics focuses on empowering and engaging learners with relevant knowledge, skills and understanding, in order that they can become con dent citizens.

ey are expected to develop an informed interest in scienti c matters, while appreciating the usefulness of the subject, pupils are also expected to appreciate limitations of scienti c methods and acknowledge that applications of Physics can be simultaneously bene cial and detrimental to the individual, the community and the environment. In light of which, constant observance of safety is imbued in learners from the outset. Our pupils are expected to demonstrate due care for the environment and, in the context of health and safety, understand their responsibility to themselves, others and society. Early adoption of the right combination of knowledge and skills, allows learners to undertake the right trajectory to further study of Physics - and eventual entry into relevant careers such as engineering.