Science at Newhaven School
The Science department at Newhaven School are enthusiastic and committed to the progress of our young minds.
We develop comprehensive thinking skills using the tool of Science, our aim as a team is to create minds that are able to problem solve and understand the world around them, allowing our students to be resilient and responsible members of society.
What we learn – Key Stage 3 Curriculum: Science
| Autumn 1 | Autumn 2 | Spring 1 | Spring 2 | Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forces Matter | Organisms Electromagnets | Reactions Ecosystems | Energy Earth | Genes Waves | Key topics in: Biology Chemistry Physics |
Extra-Curricular: Science Week; here at Newhaven we incorporate a week of exciting Science activities within our Science lessons. In recent years our students have been forensic detectives, astronauts hurtling through space through the magic of Virtual Reality, Zoologists meeting creatures from around the world, First aiders, gaining life-saving skills and finally scientists themselves undergoing fun and exciting challenges.
What we learn – Key Stage 4/5 Curriculum: GCSE Science Trilogy
| Autumn 1 | Autumn 2 | Spring 1 | Spring 2 | Summer 1 | Summer 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 10 | Cell biology Atomic structure | Energy Organisation | Bonding, structure and Properties Electricity | Infection and Response Quantitative Chemistry Particle Model of Matter | Bioenergetics Chemical Changes | Atomic Structure Energy Changes |
| Year 11 | Homeostasis Rate of Reactions | Forces | Inheritance, Variation and Evolution Organic Chemistry Waves | Ecology Chemical Analysis Magnets and Electromagnets | Chemistry of the Atmosphere Using Resources | Preparation for Exams |
What we learn – Key Stage 4/5 Curriculum: BTEC Applied Science
| Autumn 1 | Autumn 2 | Spring 1 | Spring 2 | Summer 1 | Summer 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 10 | Unit 2: Chemistry and Our Earth | Unit 2: Chemistry and Our Earth | Unit 1: Principles of Science | Unit 3: Energy and Our Universe | Unit 4: Biology and Our Environment | Unit 4: Biology and Our Environment |
| Year 11 | Unit 5: Applications of Chemical Substances | Unit 5: Applications of Chemical Substances | Unit 8: Scientific Skills | Unit 6: Applications of Physical Science | Unit 7: Health Applications of Life Science | Unit 7: Health Applications of Life Science |
What students say
My BTEC Science lessons are far better than those at my previous school. I was able to learn and understand in lessons and I liked working on the coursework knowing that every lesson did count towards my grade.
Over the months I have been working I have achieved so much, I have learnt a lot and been shown anything is achievable if you work for it.
My Science lessons are better than mainstream lessons, more practical’s and it challenges me so I learn new things.
For being here the last 2 and a half years I have enjoyed Science and it’s been really lovely working hard with my classmates.
I learnt more Science in 2yrs then I did at my old school in 4. I would have never believed I’d be going confident into my GCSEs two years ago!
What can I do with Science?
Doctor, Teacher, Lecturer, Engineer, Physiotherapist, Nurse, Nutritionist, Physiologist, Vet, Food Scientist, Space Engineer, Surgeon, Lab Technician, Radiotherapist, Zoo Keeper, Researcher, Nuclear Scientists, Gardener, Construction engineer, Architect, Ecologist, Conservationist, Sport Scientist, Forensic Detective, Weather Person, Dentist, Science Journalist, Recruitment, Criminology, Pharmacist, Toxicologist, Recycling Officer
