Science

Basic Outline of KS3 Courses

At key stage 3 science offers opportunities for pupils to:

• Build on their scientific knowledge and understanding from key stage 2 and make connections between different areas of science
• Use scientific ideas and models to explain phenomena and events
• Understand a range of familiar applications of science
• Think about the advantages and drawbacks of scientific and technological developments for the environment and in other contexts, considering the reasons for different opinions
• Carry out investigations of different types, on their own and in groups, making use of reference sources and evaluating their work
• Communicate what they did and its significance
• Learn how scientists work and the importance of experimental evidence in supporting scientific ideas

Content of Science at key stage 3

Lessons during KS3 are based on the following areas of study:

• Scientific enquiry
• Life processes and living things
• Materials and their properties
• Physical processes

Assessment of progress and attainment is through modular tests based on Sat type questions. Progress is discussed with students on a regular basis.

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