How to Succeed in Science

Curriculum

Curriculum Changes All GCSE Science is now linear Controlled assessments are no longer in part of the examination content . Science practical work will be assessed through the examination. Science will be taught over 6 lessons and will be worth two GCSE’s New grading system of 9-1.

Why does GCSE Science matter? Doorway to further study post-16 GCSE Science a desirable subject for a A-level courses, Universities and some apprenticeships Is essential for certain career pathways. A Grade 6 or above required in Science to study Sciences at Post 16.

Subject Specific Information Science (6 lessons per week) Double Award Science is the study of Biology, Chemistry and Physics towards two GCSEs. Exams will take place at the end of Yr. 11 Grade 6 in Double Award is required to study A levels in Science. All of our pupils in Year 9 and 10 follow this course.

How to Succeed

vs Fixed mind-set Growth mind-set Leads to a desire to learn and therefore a tendency to: EMBRACE CHALLENGES PERSIST IN THE FACE OF SET BACKS SEE EFFORT AS A PATH TO MASTERY LEARN FROM CRITICISM FIND LESSONS AND INSPIRATION IN THE SUCCESS OF OTHERS Leads to a desire to look smart and therefore a tendency to: AVOID CHALLENGES GIVE UP EASILY SEE EFFORT AS FRUITLESS OR WORSE IGNORE USEFUL FEEDBACK FEEL THREATENED BY THE SUCCESS OF OTHERS CHALLENGES OBSTACLES EFFORT CRITICISM SUCCESS OF OTHERS

Growth mind-set in action Reading regularly Homework completed on time and to a high standard Asking questions to improve understanding Revision Maths content – be aware and prepared Attend extra lessons

Resources to Support Learning in Science. Revision Books. Past exam papers and mark schemes. You Tube GCSE Science Revision - Respiration – YouTube GCSE BBC Science Bitesize - The Periodic Table https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RCNkZ-S5-Q4

Parental Involvement/Support Ask about School Read through reports together Structure, routine and rules are important – consistency and fairness really helps