Science

Science is the study of the world around us, how it functions and how it might change in the future. It's a lot more than a collection of facts and figures; it is a process for learning about the natural world, the study of elements of the Earth and beyond into the observable universe.

We can all have ideas about how the world might work or why something might happen, but science allows us to make predictions, design experiments and test those ideas. From the motion of particles too tiny to see to the life and death of giant stars in distant galaxies: the science department's goal is to start you on a pathway of discovery about the universe that will last a lifetime.

The achievement of your science qualifications at GCSE, whether that be following the Combined Science Award or the three individual sciences of Biology, Chemistry and Physics, will open doors for you throughout your life. As a student of science, we will not only increase your knowledge and curiosity of science... we will make you into a scientist!

Curriculum information

Year	Autumn	Spring	Summer
7	Working scientifically – practical skills Energy – Energy costs and transfers Organisms - Cells Matter – Particle model and separating mixtures Forces – Speed and gravity	Genes – Variation and human reproduction Earth – Structure of the Earth and the universe Waves – Sound and light Ecosystems – Interdependence and plant reproduction	Reactions – metals and non-metals, acids and alkalis. Electromagnets – Voltage, current and resistance.
8	Energy – Work, heating and cooling Organisms – Breathing, movement and digestion Matter – Periodic table and elements Forces – Contact forces and pressure	Ecosystems – Respiration and photosynthesis Reactions – Chemical energy and types of reactions. Waves – Wave effects and wave properties Genes – Evolution and inheritance	Earth – Climate and Earth’s resources Electromagnets – Magnetism and electromagnets
9	Cell structure and movement Cell division Organisation Atomic structure and periodic table Structure and bonding Energy and energy transfer by heating	Bioenergetics Energy changes Rates of reaction Energy resources Electric circuits and Electricity in the home	Infection and response Chemical analysis Molecules and matter Atomic structure
10	Biology Infection and response Chemistry Chemical calculations Chemical changes Electrolysis Physics Atomic structure Forces in balance Motion Forces in motion	Biology Homeostasis Inheritance, variation and evolution Chemistry Organic chemistry Chemical analysis Physics Electromagnetism	Biology Ecology Chemistry Chemical analysis
11	Biology Ecology Homeostasis Inheritance, variation and evolution Chemistry Earth’s atmosphere Earth resources Physics Electromagnetic waves Wave properties	Biology Organisation Bioenergetics Infection and response Chemistry Structure and bonding Chemical calculations Chemical changes Energy changes Physics Energy resources Electric circuits Electricity in the home Molecules in matter Atomic structure	Tailored revision in preparation for GCSE Examination

I love exploring the practical aspect of science at Easington Academy, from Bunsen burners in chemistry to fieldwork in biology - there is something for everyone!

Year 11 student

The practical work we do shows us how things work, and help us to understand the world around us.

Year 8 student