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1 Year 7 Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Unit 4 Unit 5 Unit 6 First half term Second half term First half term Second half term First half term Second half term Energy resources Electrical circuits The Solar System A Physics based unit investigating different forms of energy A Physics based unit which includes building basic electrical circuits Particle models Solutions Forces A Chemistry based unit discussing solids, liquids and gases A Chemistry based unit looking at the nature of aqueous solutions A Physics based unit looking into our own solar system and what it contains A Physics based unit investigating what a push or pull really are Environment and feeding Simple chemical reactions Acids and Alkalis A Biology based unit discovering how organisms stay alive A Chemistry based unit introducing the concept of chemical reactions A Chemistry based unit introducing what will become a key topic at igcse Cells Reproduction Variation and classification A Biology based unit developing an understanding of the fundamental building blocks of life A Biology based unit building on the ideas introduced in the cells unit and introducing concepts required for the igcse course (in some cases this will be taught in term 1) A Biology based unit looking at differences and similarities in our own world

2 Year 8 Food and digestion Respiration Ecological relationships A Biology based unit introducing the digestive system - a key concept at igcse A Biology based unit introducing the respiratory system - a key concept at igcse A Biology based unit building on year 7 environment and feeding as well as year 7 variation and classification and preparing pupils for the year 9 unit plants for food Atoms and elements Microbes and disease Rocks and weathering A Chemistry based unit introducing ideas of the building blocks of matter A Biology based unit investigating what it is that makes us sick A Chemistry based unit investigating the effects of weathering and erosion on rocks and other materials Heating and cooling Compounds and mixtures The rock cycle A Physics based unit building on year 7 energy resources by investigating heat energy in more detail A Chemistry based unit building on year 7 particle models and year 8 atoms and elements, investigating the next steps A Chemistry based unit taking a geological approach towards rock formation including timescales and a discussion of the three main rock types Magnets and electromagnets Light Sound and hearing A Physics based unit building on year 7 forces by investigating how to build magnets A Physics based unit investigating what it is that we really see A Physics based unit investigating what a sound wave actually is and how we can use them

3 Year 9 Fit and healthy Patterns of reactivity Plants and photosynthesis A Biology based unit investigating what it is to be healthy and how this can be achieved A Chemistry based unit developing predictive skills in preparation for the reactivity series at igcse A Biology based unit building on year 7 environment and feeding by investigating how plants make their own food Inheritance and selection Environmental chemistry Plants for food A Biology based unit building on year 7 reproduction by investigating desired characteristic and selective breeding A Chemistry based unit introducing what has become a key area of focus over the last two decades - what impact are we having on the environment? A Biology based unit building on year 8 ecological relationships by determining the role that plants play in the food chain Reactions of metals Pressure and moments Using chemistry A Chemistry based unit looking at how metals react in preparation for metals and metal extraction as well as reactions of acids at igcse A Physics based unit building on year 7 forces by looking at the effects of different forces A Chemistry based unit discussing real world applications in preparation for the igcse Energy and electricity Gravity and space Speeding up A Physics based unit building on year 7 energy resources by investigating electrical energy in more detail A Physics based unit building on year 7 forces by investigating the presence of gravity, or lack there of A Physics based unit building on year 7 forces by investigating momentum

4 Physics Year 10 Chemistry Kinetic Theory, Diffusion & Atomic Structure A fundamental unit which sets the foundations for the rest of the course in terms of understanding atoms and elements are the building blocks of chemistry. A comprehensive look at subatomic particles and electronic configuration of the first twenty elements. Forces and Motion Unit exploring distancetime/velocity-time graphs, velocity and acceleration. Relation between Weight, mass and gravity. Relate to F=ma and link to momentum. Bonding, Structure & Rates of Reaction How do atoms become ions? What is the difference between covalent, ionic and metallic bonding? The properties of giant and simple molecular structures are all analysed in this topic along with investigating what factors affect the rate of a reaction. Essential Background Chemistry (Acids, Making Salts, Oxygen & Oxides & The Reactivity Series) A more detailed look into understanding the fundamental chemistry behind acids, alkalis and salts What is a proton donor and proton acceptor? Analysing the practical problems in making pure samples of salt in the lab. A journey into understanding the chemical composition of air and making and testing oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lab. How do these gases affect our environment and what are the consequences, long term? A recap on the reactivity series from KS3 and an introduction into some new and more complicated and challenging ideas about reactivity. Forces and Motion Electricity Waves Energy Transfers Investigate the turning effect of a force and relate real life examples. Solve problems practically. Students assessed on their ability to explain gravitational field strength. Understand the solar system, orbits. An investigation in to mains electricity and energy, potential differences in circuits. Understand what charge is and model in terms of electrical circuits. Identify applications of static electricity and safety concerns for mains. Properties of waves exploring the types of waves and key properties. Understand diffraction and relate to real life examples. Construct ray diagrams in relation to light and investigate properties of light. Use snells law and know of the uses of the EM spectrum. Investigate the CRO. Essential Background Chemistry (Separating & Analysing, The Periodic Table & Electrolysis) An investigation into some of the common methods used in separating mixtures. How do we collect and identify individual gases? An exploration into one of the most important tools that a chemist has - the Periodic Table. A detailed look at the similarities and differences between the groups in the Periodic Table. A journey into exploring the effect electricity has on chemical compounds in a lab. How is electricity conducted through electrolytes? What are the products of electrolysis? How can I decide if a substance is an electrolyte or a non-electrolyte? Describe any transfers such as kinetic, thermal and electrical and understand the conservation of energy. Understand conduction, convection and radiation and relate to phenomena. Work and Power Students to use the relationship between work, force and distance and relate to solving problems. Know that kinetic energy and potential energy are related to conservation and transfer. Describe and use the power formula. Students assessed on their ability to describe energy transfers in generating electricity and the advantages/disadvantage

5 Biology s associated with them. Nature & variety Structure & functions Life processes and systems Reproduction and inheritance A fundamental unit looking into what it is that characterises life and the variety of living things. What is it that defines something as living or dead? An investigation of the levels of organisation and cell structure of living organisms. What is it that makes up our cells? What is a specialised cell? How do substances move in and out? An investigative unit looking into digestion, gas exchange and transport systems in both plants and animals, the excretory and immune systems and coordination and response. How are we similar to plants? How are we different? Do systems work together? What is a reflex arc? What role do our senses play? Do we think about all of our responses? This unit looks to tie things together including much of the work covered at KS3 by looking at organisms in the environment and feeding relationships. Where do we sit in the food chain? How do animals reproduce? What's the difference where plants are concerned? How are characteristics inherited? What are mutations? Who are Watson and Crick?

6 Physics Year 11 Chemistry Useful products from metals A deeper investigation of where metals come from and how they are used in our everyday life. What is an alloy? What is the blast furnace? Why do we need electrolysis to extract aluminium? Solids, liquids and Gases Recap on solids, liquids and Gases and relate to pressure and density. Use P=F/A. Understand the ideal gas model and use key formula to solve problems. Organic chemistry From crude oil to polypropene and ethanol, via fractional distillation, cracking, polymerisation, hydration and fermentation. Magnetism and Electromagnetism Review magnetism and electricity from KS3 and apply knowledge to understand electromagnetism. Explore applications of electromagnetism and describe function of motors and loud speakers (Use of left hand rule). Investigate current carrying wires and describe electromagnetic induction. Apply to transformers and the transformer equation. Energy in reactions An investigation into the endothermic and exothermic nature of reactions and how pressure can affect a system. What is dynamic equilibrium? What is the Haber process? How does it all affect industry? Atoms and Radioactivit y Recap atomic structure and use A=Z+N. Students explore Alpha, Beta and Gamma radiation and the uses of these. Understand what a Geiger Muller tube is and how it functions. Develop an understanding of half life and draw and analyse half life graphs. Calculations from equations This topic brings much of the earlier aspects of the course together and looks at how we can calculate volumes, concentrations and faradays from given data. Triple scientists will be pushed extremely hard in this part of the year as final decisions on which course they are taking are made. Revision Revision Preparation for the exams - not only a chance to review content but also an opportunity to really look at what questions are asking and exam technique in general. Preparation for the exams - not only a chance to review content but also an opportunity to really look at what questions are asking and exam technique in general.

7 Biology Students explore the scientific understanding of an atom by looking at key events in experimentation. Discuss nuclear fission and its use in electricity generation. Ecology & environment This unit looks to tie things together including much of the work covered at KS3 by looking at organisms in the environment and feeding relationships. Where do we sit in the food chain? Investigative biology A recap on variables developing into a research based presentation on cycles within and ecosystem and human influences on the environment. What effect are we really having? Use of biological resources A discussion into how food production and selective breeding influence our resources. Is genetic modification ethical? Is cloning? Who is Dolly? Revision Preparation for the exams - not only a chance to review content but also an opportunity to really look at what questions are asking and exam technique in general

8 Year 12 Chemistry Stoichiometric relationships A fundamental unit which sets the foundations for the rest of the course in terms of mole calculations and chemical reactions Atomic theory, structure & periodicity A journey into the micro scale, what is an atom, what are the differences and similarities between atoms and what predictions can we make from the trends we observe Chemical bonding, structure & VSEPR What holds atoms together? What next? Intra and intermolecular bonding, physical properties, delocalisation, hybridisation and shape are all discussed in this topic Energetics, thermodynamic s & redox chemistry An attempt to prove the chemistry we have theorised in previous terms. Why do we see what we see? Why is salt, salt? Chemical kinetics and the group 4 project A quantitative insight into reaction kinetics. Does a reaction happen and if not how can we make it? Pupils will also complete their group 4 project at this time both in lessons and after school Organic chemistry & the IA An introduction to a vast area of chemistry dealing with everything carbon based from functional groups to reaction mechanisms Pupils will need to begin to look at options for their individual internal assessment projects during this phase of the year and should come back from the holidays with a draft plan

9 Year 12 Biology Year 12 Physics Mechanics Thermal Physics Waves AHL Waves Electricity & Magnetism Motion, forces, work, energy, power, momentum and impulse Thermal concepts and modelling a gas. Oscillations, travelling waves, wave characteristics, wave behaviour, standing waves. Simple Harmonic Motion, diffraction, interference, resolution and Dopper effect. Cell Biology Molecular Biology Ecology Human & Animal Physiology The evolution of multicellular organisms. Students study the structures of biological membranes and their functions. The study of living organisms and the complexity of metabolic and chemical reactions inside the cell. The continued survival of living organisms depends on sustainable communities. The focus here is on ecosystems, species, and the impact of human influence on the environment. Study of the internal control of biological systems. Endocrinology, Immunology and Reproduction are studied in detail. Electric fields, heating effects of currents, electric cells, Magnetic effects of electric currents. Internal Assessmen t Individual research and laboratory based investigation. This module is worth 20% of overall grade. AHL Electromagnetic induction Electromagnetic induction, Power generation and transmission, Capacitance. Option D Human Physiology II Progression from Human Physiology I. Students study the musculoskeletal system, and the management of ion and water concentrations.

10 Year 12 ESYS Environmenta l world view Ecosystem Systems and Models Conservation of Biodiversity Population Dynamics This topic, in its entirety, could be considered a component of a theory of knowledge course, and particularly directs students to evaluate their own personal standpoints. Any knowledge is put to use in either intellectual argument or practical application, tends to carry with it a value-laden context. It covers history and development of environmental movements. The techniques required in this topic may be exemplified through practical work in marine, terrestrial, freshwater or urban ecosystems, or any combination of these. The selection of environments can be made according to the local systems available. The topic looks into the structure, components, function and changes in the ecosystem. The topic identifies some of the underlying principles that can be applied to living systems, from the level of the individual up to that of the whole biosphere. The systems approach also emphasizes the similarities between environmental systems, biological systems and artificial entities such as transport and communication systems. This topic raises some engaging issues of debate concerning the moral justification for exploiting species and the moral imperative for conserving them. It looks into evolution and speciation. Tracks governmental and nongovernmental organisations that work in preservation and conservation of species. It evaluates the biodiversity and vulnerability of species. The unit identifies the effect of human population into biodiversity and resource consumption. It relates on the geographical and political issues governing local and international communities. It looks into population demographics, the MDG's and ecological footprint. The students will start working on their first independent investigation at this time.

11 Year 13 Physics Year 13 Chemistry Internal investigation This is a compulsory yet enormously rewarding unit, where pupils plan carry out and evaluate their own research project, using the chemistry they have studied in the first year and the information they have collected over the summer months Circular motion & Fields Circular motion, Newton's law of gravitation. Describing fields and fields at work Organic chemistry A second look at carbon based chemistry. What is functional group chemistry? How are organic species synthesised? What is stereoisomerism? Atomic and Particle Physics / Quantum Energy and Radioactivity, Nuclear reactions and the structure of matter. Interactions of matter with radiation, Nuclear Physics Acids & bases Knowledge of acids, bases, alkalis and salts is crucial at KS3 but her we delve deeper into the fundamental chemistry of ph. What is a buffer solution? What are conjugate acids and bases? Is and Arrhenius acid really that different to it's Lewis counterpart? Energy Production Energy sources and Thermal energy transfers Options One 'option' from Materials, Biochemistry, Energy or Medicinal chemistry - TBC Options One option from Relativity, Engineering Physics, Imaging and Astrophysics Revision Preparation for the exams - not only a chance to review content but also an opportunity to really look at what questions are asking and exam technique in general Revision Preparation for the exams - not only a chance to review content but also an opportunity to really look at what questions are asking and exam technique in general

12 Year 13 Biology Genetics I Evolution- Genetics II and Evolution A general study of genes, alleles and chromosomes. Understanding on why mutations happen and the impact of mutations on the human genome. Students also look at molecular biology techniques for the artificial manipulation of DNA. There is overwhelming evidence for the evolution of life on Earth. In this topic, students study how the diversity of life has evolved by natural selection. Species are named and classified using an internationally agreed system. Ancestry is deduced by comparing amino acid sequencing. Study of the independent assortment of chromosomes and unique composition of alleles in cells. Furthermore, this topic looks at the study of genetic linkage and inheritance patterns. Plant Biology & Photosynthesis A very comprehensive study of cell respiration and the regulation of metabolic reactions in response to the cell's needs. For instance, biochemical cycles of certain organisms for the conversion of light energy into chemical energy. Study of plant structure, growth and reproduction. Revision Exam techniques, reviewing previous learning, practising exam style questions, answering past paper questions.

13 Year 13 ESYS Global warming This topic allows the study of a controversial global issue in more depth. Opinion within scientific and political communities is divided on this issue, and students are encouraged to develop a personal viewpoint having considered the arguments. The topic includes the issue that involves the international community working together to research and reduce the effects of global warming Natural resources Pollution Revision The topic identifies how natural resources are managed in relation with its availability and consumption. The following are learned in the unit, energy resources, soil as a resource, water and food resources. Students will start working on their second independent investigation at this time. The purpose of this topic is to give a broad overview of pollution and its management with reference to examples from aquatic, terrestrial and atmospheric systems. It includes concepts of euthropication, acid deposition, solid domestic waste, urban air pollution and ozone depletion. Consolidation of topics through past paper practise and different revision techniques.