science 

Science

The prep school has two, very well resourced laboratories, both with interactive whiteboards. The laboratories are designed in such a way as to provide an area for experiments and a separate area for working.

The schemes of work are designed so that the differing needs of all pupils are met. Those who are particularly gifted at Science are encouraged to stretch themselves and are provided with many opportunities to do so. The Science staff believe whole heartedly in fostering an enjoyment of the subject. Expectations are high and a supportive and encouraging atmosphere is provided in order to maximise the potential of all pupils.

Staff

Mr J Watt - Head of Science (5A, 5B, 4A, 4B, 3X, 3B)

Mr D Eaton - Junior Science coordinator (5X, 4X, 3A, all 2nd year)

Mrs J Elvin - 1st year Science teacher

Mrs V Grevesen - Transition Science teacher

Year 5

5A and 5B are taught by Mr J Watt and 5X are taught by Mr D Eaton

Topics that are taught in the 5th year are:

  • The reactivity series
  • Air and burning
  • Energy
  • Density
  • The human body
  • Forces and motion
  • Electricity

As this is their final year of Common Entrance, all pupils will regularly practice past Common Entrance papers in order to prepare them for the summer exams. Scholarship students will equally prepare themselves by practicing past Scholarship papers.

Year 4

 4A and 4B are taught by Mr J Watt and 4X are taught by Mr D Eaton

Topics that are taught in the 4th year are:

  • Safety in the lab
  • Separation techniques
  • Microscopes and cells
  • Magnets
  • Variation and classification
  • Classifying materials
  • Heating substances
  • Acids, Alkalis and indicators
  • The Solar System (All pupils will do a project on the Solar System that can take the form of a poster, booklet, video or any other method that is felt appropriate - they will have a number of weeks to complete the project and must then present it to their class)
  • Habitats, environment and feeding
  • Photosynthesis
  • Pressure

Year 3

3A are taught by Mr D Eaton and 3X and 3B are taught by Mr J Watt

Topics that are taught in year 3 are:

  • Dissolving
  • Forces
  • Micro-organisms
  • How we see things
  • Changing circuits
  • Reversible and irreversible changes
  • Interdependence and adaptation

Revision

Revision questions and answers will be provided here in the lead up to all exam periods.