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Science at KS4Our GCSE courses cover the National Curriculum for Key Stage 4 Science and include topics from Biology, Chemistry and Physics for all pupils. Pupils either study Combined Science (worth two GCSEs) or can choose Triple Science (in order to gain full GCSEs in each subject) as an option for Years 9 to 11. Entry Level Certificates are also offered to pupils for whom this is more appropriate.
AQA GCSE (9-1) Combined Science (Trilogy) This course provides pupils with the opportunity to learn about key topics across the sciences, including cells, the human body, ecology, plant biology, genetics, the Periodic Table, bonding, chemical reactions, energy changes, the atmosphere, organic chemistry, energy, electricity, the atomic model, forces, waves and magnetism. Pupils receive two GCSE grades upon passing this course. We strive to make all lessons relevant and interesting in order to spark scientific curiosity. This includes regular practical work, beyond the required practicals in the new GCSEs, multimedia, modelling and debating. We are passionate about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) and continue to look for new ways to enthuse pupils in this area within lessons and beyond. |
AQA GCSE (9-1) Biology, Chemistry and Physics (also known as "Triple Science")
We offer Triple Science (full GCSEs in Biology, Chemistry and Physics) as an option in Years 10 and 11. We have been delighted with the success of pupils taking this course which allows them to study the topics in greater detail as a more thorough preparation for further studies at A Level or in other college courses such as BTEC Level 3s.
AQA Entry Level Certificates in Science
Occasionally pupils may not be suited to taking their GCSE examinations in Year 11. We continue to support those pupils with the AQA Entry Level Certificate which provides an externally recognised qualification at a Key Stage 3 level.
Support in Science - We strive to ensure that every pupil is supported throughout their time at TGGS. We offer regular revision sessions and teachers are always happy to support pupils needing extra help at other times too!
Homework - This is a combination of Educake's online revision homework, additional research for lessons and regular revision resource making in order to ensure that pupils revise frequently and consistently throughout the course, boosting results and reducing pressure at exam time. We are again happy to help pupils with their individual needs and concerns throughout the course.
Order of Teaching
For all options the modules are generally taught as follows:
We offer Triple Science (full GCSEs in Biology, Chemistry and Physics) as an option in Years 10 and 11. We have been delighted with the success of pupils taking this course which allows them to study the topics in greater detail as a more thorough preparation for further studies at A Level or in other college courses such as BTEC Level 3s.
AQA Entry Level Certificates in Science
Occasionally pupils may not be suited to taking their GCSE examinations in Year 11. We continue to support those pupils with the AQA Entry Level Certificate which provides an externally recognised qualification at a Key Stage 3 level.
Support in Science - We strive to ensure that every pupil is supported throughout their time at TGGS. We offer regular revision sessions and teachers are always happy to support pupils needing extra help at other times too!
Homework - This is a combination of Educake's online revision homework, additional research for lessons and regular revision resource making in order to ensure that pupils revise frequently and consistently throughout the course, boosting results and reducing pressure at exam time. We are again happy to help pupils with their individual needs and concerns throughout the course.
Order of Teaching
For all options the modules are generally taught as follows:
