Science
The Science department, through its ambitious and engaging curriculum, seeks to foster in students a sense of curiosity about the world around them. Science underpins everything and an understanding of the principles of life and the universe enables students to engage meaningfully with its processes.
Students are provided with many opportunities to develop their practical skills through scientific investigations, whilst developing essential skills such as numeracy, literacy and communication that will support their routes into employment and beyond. We aim to develop resilience through designing and undertaking meaningful investigations which produce valid results.
The curriculum at all stages is spiralised to introduce and build upon key scientific concepts which help students to understand complex ideas and so become confident learners who enjoy their lessons and develop a love of science. Students follow the national curriculum at KS3 and have the opportunity to study combined or triple science.
We offer many enrichment opportunities outside of the classroom for students to further develop their love and understanding of Science, including residential trips to London to visit the Science Museum, STEM clubs and other focussed activities and workshops.
Cardinal Newman Catholic High School Curriculum Overview |
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Staffing
Mr N Latham (Head of Science)Ms E Corbitt
Ms L Ellison
Miss E Entwistle
Miss L Grant
Mrs P Hall
Mrs Y Jenkinson (Laboratory Technician)