Science at Newhaven School
Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less.
Science Curriculum
KS3
Students will be working through the KS3 National Curriculum through various projects throughout the year. These projects allow students to access their learning through real world experiences.
Overview:
| Autumn 1 | Autumn 2 | Spring 1 | Spring 2 | Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
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Brazil in all its Glory
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Forces and Energy Investigations
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Exploring 26.2 miles of history
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Matter Animations
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The Big Bang!
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Creative Series
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KS4
Gateway Qualifications Level 2 in Applied Science and Technology 601/1402/2
Each student at Newhaven is given the voice to determine their pathway in Science, the Gateway is a flexible qualification which allows choice of content covered and breadth of qualification achieved. Teachers will ensure collaborative learning can take place in the classroom as well as students developing independent skills. All work is at a Level 2 and within the units the students can achieve a: Pass, Merit or Distinction. You can also gain either an Award, Certificate, Extended Certificate or even a Diploma depending on the number of units completed and credits gained.
Year 1
| Autumn 1 | Autumn 2 | Spring 1 | Spring 2 | Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology and Our Environment | Biology and Our Environment | OPTIONAL | OPTIONAL | Energy and Our Universe | Energy and Our Universe |
Year 2
| Autumn 1 | Autumn 2 | Spring 1 | Spring 2 | Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemistry and Our Earth | Chemistry and Our Earth | OPTIONAL | OPTIONAL | OPTIONAL | OPTIONAL |
| Mandatory | Optional |
|---|---|
| Biology and Our Environment (6 credits) | Healthy Living (3 credits) |
| Energy and Our Universe (6 credits) | Using ICT in the Workplace (3 credits) |
| Chemistry and Our Earth (6 credits) | The Living Body (6 credits) |
| Effective Communication in the Workplace (3 credits) | |
| Environmental Science (6 credits) |
Level 2 Award – ONE mandatory unit (worth 6 credits)
Level 2 Certificate- THREE units: two being mandatory (equating to 15 credits)
Level 2 Extended certificate – A MINIMUM of FIVE units: three being mandatory (equating to 27 credits)
Level 2 Diploma- A MINIMUM of EIGHTS units: three being mandatory (equating to 39 credits)
Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Certificate In Applied Science and Technology
Further Education and Career Opportunities:
The learner can progress to a level 3 qualification, which could be a general science and/or technology qualification such as a Level 3 Diploma in Applied Science. The qualification could help learners move on to an Access to Higher Education Diploma. The learners could progress to a related Intermediate or Advanced Apprenticeship in Science or Technology in any of the available pathways. It is recommended that you also have math skills at level 2 before moving on to Level 3 qualifications.
