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Science
- Wholeschool Software
- Feb 4, 2024
- 1 min read
Updated: Nov 18
Teachers
Mrs Claire Cunningham (Head of Department)
Mrs Emma Boyle
Mrs R O’Brien
Mr Martin Douglas
Mr Odhran Catney
Mr Conchur McCullough (Technician)
The main aims of the Science department are:
To stimulate and sustain curiosity, interest and enjoyment in Science
To make pupils aware of the relevance of Science in everyday life
To develop a sense of wonder about the world
To help pupils to care for themselves and their environment
·To encourage pupils to think logically, independently and critically
To ensure pupils understand the need for safe working practice
Key Stage 3
In Years 8 – 10, pupils study a range of topics from the three Science disciplines, Chemistry, Biology and Physics. The Key Stage 3 curriculum has been designed to allow pupils to experience a wide range of practical work and group activity.
Key Stage 4
There are three available courses of study at Key Stage 4:
Post 16
There are two available courses of study at Key Stage 5:
Career Progression
Inspiring People
Tim Berners-Lee, Stephen Hawking, Jane Goodall, David Attenborough, Marie Curie, Rosalind Franklin, Elizabeth Blackburn
“Science is simply the word we use to describe a method of organising our curiosity”
— Tim Minchin
