Science

Aims of the Science Faculty

To inspire a love of science and develop an attitude of wonder about the world we live in
To enable pupils to understand how science works and to participate in scientific activities
To develop pupils’ scientific literacy so they are confident and creative participants in scientific discussion
To provide flexible, context-driven programmes of learning: science for all and science for scientists
To develop pupils’ knowledge about the opportunities available to them and their aspiration for further participation in science
To encourage teamwork and promote staff development

Staffing

Mr. T. Aldridge (AST / Chemistry)
Mr. K. Bhatt (Physics)
Mr. A. Brosnan (YLC Year 12/13)
Mr. L. Campbell (KS4 Coordinator / Physics)
Ms. D. Colvin (Director of STEM Learning, Acting Head of Faculty, Biology)
Mr. M. Davis (Aspiring AST / Chemistry)
Ms. S. Elston (Physics)
Dr. C. Fry (Biology)
Ms. P. Husain (YLC Year 9 / Biology)

Ms. N. Hussain (Biology)
Ms. R. Meraj (KS4 Pastoral Deputy / Biology
Ms. F. Begum Miah (Biology)
Ms. S. Rahman (Literacy Coordinator / Chemistry)
Ms. E. Rashid (A Level Biology Coordinator, P/T)
Ms. T. Sharma (Acting Second in Science, KS3 Coordinator / Chemistry)
Ms. K. Stevenson (Deputy Headteacher / Biology)

Avi Khadaroo (Senior Technician/Physics)

Thuy Huynh-Bentham (Second in Charge/Chemistry)

Derek Henry (Biology)

Tola Aromasodu (Biology)

Facilities

Science accommodation consists of 11 laboratories, a preparation room and 2 greenhouses on the first floor. We are very well-resourced for practical activities and offer a curriculum which is substantially based in experimental science.

KS 3 Introduction

The Faculty runs an in-house programme of study. We are currently moving to increased use of Exploring Science as we implement the new KS3 curriculum.
Some pupils follow a fast-track programme, completing KS3 in two years.

KS4 Introduction

Pupils study 21st Century Science double or triple award. The double award includes a choice of Core and Additional Science or Core and Additional Applied Science. The triple award consists of Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

KS5 Introduction

We offer level 3 courses as follows:
Biology – Salters Nuffield Advanced (Edexcel)
Chemistry - Salters Advanced (Edexcel)
Physics – Salters Nuffield Advanced (Edexcel)

Special Features

Each year up to 60 students participate in the BA CREST awards which develop and celebrate creativity in science, engineering and technology.
We have strong links with the Centre of the Cell at every key stage. This provides an excellent resource for students interested in biological and medical careers.

We were Rolls-Royce Science Prize runners-up in 2007 for our cross-curricular Universe Gallery project.
FE students act as Science Mentors in KS3 and KS4 lessons, providing valuable support to pupils and their teachers.

National Science Week is celebrated in March each year with many activities, visitors and special lessons. FE students lead these events.

Each year physics students in KS4 and KS5 visit CERN in Switzerland to see cutting edge physics in action.
We are a pilot school for the London Engineering Project.