Science
Welcome to the Science Department at York High School!
Science Subject Staff
Mr A Drury (Subject Leader): a.drury@yorkhigh.southbank.academy
Mr M Longbottom (Assistant Subject Leader)
Mrs C Alexander
Miss E Hayward
Miss F Lemon
Miss J Lowthian
Dr H Smith-Herman
KS3 Overview
Why does my heart beat? How do my eyes work? What IS gravity? Why do reactions happen?
These are just some of the questions that you will be able to answer after being in Science lessons at YHS! We will look at many topics ranging from how the body works to how to perform chemical reactions. You will be shown how to construct experiments to PROVE what you know and you will be challenged each step of the way. All of the things we learn build on each other so that as you move through KS3 your understanding of the world grows with you. Our knowledge and the skills we develop will lay the foundation for success at KS4.
Key Skills
Numeracy
Literacy
Following instructions
Analysing results
Using equipment safely
Evaluating ideas and conclusions
KS3 Topics
Cells
Ecology
Healthy Living
Human Body
Evolution and Inheritance
Reproduction
Particle Model
Chemical Reactions
Our Planet
Periodic Table
Forces
Energy
Electricity
Waves
Electromagnets
Space
KS4 Overview
Broken down into the three main sciences – Physics, Chemistry and Biology – GCSE Science will cover everything from the tiniest of atoms to the biggest of stars and planets. You will study 25 different topics across the three sciences, and each will provide you with different skills and ideas. You will learn how to evaluate data, compare theories and debate impacts, all vital skills for the modern world. Furthermore, Science provides you with two GCSEs, great for boosting your college or apprenticeship entry.
If you have a real passion for Science, we also offer AQA Separate Sciences, which include extra content, bigger ideas and more practicals. This will not only boost your employability, but will also give you three separate GCSEs for your CV!
Exam Board Links
https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse For triple, see separate subject specs. For combined, see Trilogy.
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What a last hour! KS4 joined us storming the passes! Doubling the distance of passes using two balls! We waved at the @SalfordDevils, smashed for a quick cuppa with the @WiganWarriorsRL, then on to high five the @Saints1890 before howling at @WarringtonRLFC #rugbypasschallenge https://t.co/1BdqiCQuSK
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