Science

Science Intent:

Aim – What is Church Stretton aiming to achieve through its Science curriculum?

All students to receive a wide and varied curriculum, provoking their curiosity and sparking their interest in the world around them from the smallest nano particles to the expanding Universe. Students will discover how the world functions and obtain an insight into the three Sciences; Biology, Chemistry and Physics, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to allow them to continue the subject in further education.

At Church Stretton we want students to develop a passion for Science and see the application of Science in everyday life. We want students to think like a scientist, questioning the world around them; Why are leaves green? Why don’t boats sink? Why is it that in space no-one can hear you scream?

We aim to ensure that our curriculum:

• Develops students’ understanding of the three sciences; Biology, Chemistry and Physics
• Provokes curiosity about the world around them.
• Inspires a love of learning and an eagerness to excel
• Is balanced and comprehensive, and one that all students can access and relate to
• provides opportunities to explore Science outside the classroom, including extracurricular trips and clubs.

The Science curriculum has been mapped across the five year groups to provide students with the skills they need at each stage of their learning journey to succeed. The cyclical curriculum allows students to draw on prior concepts, reinforce their learning whilst continually evoking new learning and extending a greater depth to their understanding of the subject.  In Year 9 students will begin their transition to GCSE by undertaking either their combined Science or Single science routes and by the time students sit their GCSE’s they will be ready for the next part of their journey in Science, at ‘A’ level.