Overview

At Key Stage 3, students study Science in line with the National Curriculum. Lessons focus on developing a strong foundation in the key principles of Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, preparing students for GCSE study in Key Stage 4.

Our approach ensures that students not only gain essential knowledge, but also develop the scientific skills needed to think critically, apply concepts, and work practically.

Curriculum Content

The KS3 Science curriculum is structured around the key concepts of each discipline. Topics covered in KS3 include:

  • • Biology - cells and organisation, genetics and inheritance, health, ecosystems.
    • Chemistry - states of matter, separation techniques, atomic structure, particles and the periodic table, chemical reactions, matter, and the Earth
    • Physics - forces, energy, waves, electricity and magnetism, and space
  • These topics are revisited and built upon to deepen understanding and prepare students for the demands of GCSE Science.

Required Practicals

Throughout KS3, students carry out a range of practical activities to:

- Develop confidence in using scientific equipment

- Apply knowledge in hands-on investigations

- Build the practical skills needed for GCSE required practicals

  • Assessment Information

    Students complete an assessment at the end of each topic to check knowledge and understanding.
    Assessments help track progress, identify strengths, and highlight areas for further support.

    Skills Developed

    Studying Science at KS3 helps students to:

    - Understand core scientific concepts across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
    - Develop curiosity and confidence in asking scientific questions
    - Strengthen communication, problem-solving, and data-handling skills

  • Online Learning Platforms

    To support independent learning and revision, students have access to:

    Seneca Learning - interactive online learning and revision platform

  • BBC Bitesize - useful resource to support further understanding of concepts

 

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