About the Faculty

The Faculty of Science is based on the ground floor of the main school building. There are 8 specialist laboratories and two teaching rooms, together with a number of preparation and work rooms. The laboratories are fully equipped to enable students to undertake a full range of practical tasks to support and enhance their learning in Science.

 

Key Stage 3 (Years 7-8)

At Key Stage 3 all students study a broad and balanced science curriculum to cover the requirements of the National Curriculum.

Key Stage 4 (Years 9-11)

 

In Years 9, 10 and 11 most students follow a Modular Science course leading to 2 GCSEs, Core Science and Additional Science. In recent years we have achieved a 100% pass rate at GCSE. The most able students have the opportunity to complete GCSEs in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Some students follow a BTEC course in Applied Science if this is more appropriate.

 

Key Stage 5 (Post-16)

Post-16 students are able to study AS/A2 courses in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Psychology. We have good links with the appropriate Science Schools of Birmingham University. In addition we have also a BTEC national qualification in Applied Science, working in collaboration with Bournville School.

 

 

 

 

Extra Curricular Activities

Students have the opportunity to participate in a number of extra curricular activities to support the Science curriculum. This includes Science Club for Key Stage 3, lectures and workshops for Key Stage 4, and lectures and field trips at A-level.