Science
We aim to develop the scientific interest of our students and providie the scientists of the future in the following ways:
- Developing and encouraging a variety of teaching and learning styles within Science lessons. Outstanding teaching and learning is at the heart of the department and a wide variety of practical work, ICT and other resources are used to support this. We are also committed to the Cognitive Acceleration through Science Education (CASE) course to develop thinking skills for Key Stage 3 pupils.
- Assessing Pupil Progress (APP) and Assessment for Learning are used to set meaningful targets for students to raise achievement. A variety of assessments combined with target setting are used during science lessons to allow pupils to improve their achievement and prepare for exams .
- Extra-curricular activities and visits are used to enhance students' enjoyment of Science as well as a very successful weekly Science club.
- Strong links have been forged with local schools and sixth form colleges. A successful peer-mentoring project has been run in conjunction with Richmond upon Thames College to encourage girls to go on to take A-Level sciences. We work closely with several local primary schools to help with the delivery of Year 6 Science.