1. Science Curriculum, Assessment, Expectations and Opportunities in
year 8 and 9

2. Yr 7 Curriculum Map – Activate 1
Working Scientifically (KS2 assessment and setting process)
Biology (B1)
Chemistry (C1)
Physics P1
Cells
Body Systems
Reproduction
Particles
Elements and Compounds
Reactions
Acids and Alkalis
Forces
Sound
Light
Space
Assessment is carried out by a series of in class, content based tests, leading to an end of year examination

3. Yr 8 Curriculum Map – Activate 2
Building on ideas learned in year 7
Biology (B2)
Chemistry (C2)
Physics (P2)
Health and Lifestyle
Ecosystems and processes
Adaptation and inheritance
The periodic table
Separation techniques
Metals and acids
The Earth
Electricity and magnetism
Energy
Motion and pressure
Assessment is carried out by a series of in class, content based tests, leading to an end of year examination

4. Yr 9 Curriculum Map – Activate 1&2
Building on ideas learned in year 7 and 8
Biology (B1 / B2)
Chemistry (C1 / C2)
Physics (P1 / P2)
Assessment is by 2 tests for each unit, with a higher level of challenge than in year 7 and 8
Bridging Scheme of Learning – preparing for Key Stage 4

5. New Curriculum – New course
Advantages:
Activities which will support learning through extended literacy, numeracy & practical investigation
Standardised assessments to demonstrate the progress made by students
Learning objectives which can be linked to the School assessment policy for consistent reporting to parents
2 year course which can then be consolidated and extended in year 9 to prepare students for GCSE Science

6. Practical Investigation and research

7. 6 mark questions in training for GCSE

8. 6 mark questions in training for GCSE

10. Science homework should be… Presented neatly on A4 paper
Extends learning beyond the classroom
Is relevant and current
Is set every week
Is marked and stuck into the back of books
Is referred to in lessons
Helps students to make progress because they can recall what is being studied between lessons
Is rewarded in line with School policy
Science homework should be…
Presented neatly on A4 paper
Appropriately titled, labelled and named
Submitted on time
Have taken approximately 30 minutes to complete
Completed to the best of the ability of the student

11. Opportunities Beyond the classroom Science Week Activities
Competitions
Science Club
Science Week Activities

12. The year 8 field trip 2015

13. Whipsnade Zoo

14. To help you support your child in your quest for knowledge and success:
All homework is on Show my homework
KS3 Revision guides will be available to buy at a reduced price from the School
You can contact your child’s Science teacher or myself if you have any questions about your child’s learning in Science