How to achieve the best grade possible Science KS4 Transition Evening How to achieve the best grade possible

Double Science (Trilogy) GCSE Science courses Separate Science Double Science (Trilogy) 1/3 Biology 1/3 Chemistry 1/3 Physics All exams at end of Y11 6 exams in total (1hr 15mins each) No controlled assessment Can get grades 1-9 Can go on to study A level sciences 1/3 Biology 1/3 Chemistry 1/3 Physics All exams at end of Y11 6 exams in total (1hr 45mins each) No controlled assessment Can get grades 1-9 Can go on to study A level sciences Higher papers have grades from 4-9. Foundation papers have grades from 1-5.

In Lesson Support Differentiated work Teacher feedback Diagnostic marking Regular assessment Incorporate literacy and numeracy Extended writing tasks Required Practical work Engaging lessons Past paper questions Regular Homework Support staff

Independent Learning Revision guides and workbooks Doddle learn + BBC bitesize Online revision resources and tests Teacher support AQA website exam papers, specifications Show my homework Resources and checklists provided for revision Passport to success Weekly subject support Revision sessions After school and Saturday sessions in the build up to exams

Independent Learning The new Science GCSEs are a lot more challenging. Students who “drift” through Y10 and start working after the mock exams in Y11 will really struggle. Independent learning is the key to doing well. Students who succeed: Stay on top of their work and complete homework on time and to a good standard. Read over work covered in lessons. Independently go over topics they struggle with. Actively seek out teachers to get support.

Revision Guides Combined and Separate Science revision guides and work books

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Useful website School website Doddle Learning Exam board – AQA http://www.alexandrapark.school Doddle Learning www.doddlelearn.co.uk Exam board – AQA http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse BBC bitesize http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/science/

How to achieve the best grade possible Science KS4 Transition Evening How to achieve the best grade possible Students who succeed: Stay on top of their work and complete homework on time and to a good standard. Read over work covered in lessons. Independently go over topics they struggle with. Actively seek out teachers to get support. Thank you