Science
Learning Journey
Our intent is to equip students both with the knowledge to understand the world around them and the tools to explore it further.
Our five-year curriculum is designed around the ‘big ideas’ in science:
- organisms, genes, interdependence (biology)
- matter, chemical reactions, Earth (chemistry)
- forces, electromagnets, energy and waves (physics)
Learning about the three key disciplines of physics, chemistry and biology, underpinned by scientific enquiry, allows students to make progress and deepen their understanding as well as make connections, transferring their learning to new contexts. In this way, all students are prepared for success at GCSE and beyond.
At Ibstock Community College we encourage students to think and to act like scientists. Thinking like a scientist means students ask questions, analyse, evaluate and reflect; thinking both critically and creatively. Acting like a scientist means students are team workers and self-managers who participate fully in their learning.
Science lessons at Ibstock Community College are engaging and diverse with a focus on ensuring that students are confident in their understanding. We firmly believe in inspiring curious minds through the use of real-life contexts and practical exploration. Each lesson is designed to both support and stretch individual students, regardless of their starting point, in order that they can achieve their best. Assessment is used frequently to inform teaching and students are provided with regular homework tasks, such as Seneca assignments, retrieval practice or exam-style questions, to reinforce their learning.
Key Stage Three Science
Students will follow the KS3 Science curriculum until January of Year 9, during which time they will study the following topics:
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Year |
Biology |
Chemistry |
Physics |
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7 |
Cells Reproduction Ecosystems |
Changing states Acids & alkalis Rocks |
Forces in action Energy transfers Sound |
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8 |
Vital organs Digestion Evolution |
Matter Chemical reactions Climate |
Forces in action Space Electrical circuits |
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9 |
Bioenergetics |
Reactivity |
Light |
Key Stage 4 Science
Students will begin to study GCSE topics in the spring term of Year 9, during which time students will complete the first modules of the AQA Combined Science Qualification. Suitable candidates will be able to opt to follow the Triple Science Qualification from the start of Year 10.
Combined Science
Biology
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Paper 1 |
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Paper 2 |
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B1 Cell structure and transport |
B5 Communicable diseases |
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B10 The human nervous system |
B13 Reproduction |
B16 Adaptations, interdependence, and competition |
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B2 Cell division |
B6 Preventing and treating disease |
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B14 Variation and evolution |
B17 Organising and ecosystem |
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B3 Organisation and the digestive system |
B7 Non-communicable diseases |
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B11 Hormonal coordination |
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B4 Organising animals and plants |
B8 Photosynthesis |
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B15 Genetics and evolution |
B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems |
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B9 Respiration |
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Chemistry
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Paper 1 |
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Paper 2 |
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C1 Atomic structure |
C5 Chemical changes |
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C8 Rates and equilibrium |
C10 Chemical analysis |
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C2 The periodic table |
C6 Electrolysis |
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C11 The Earth’s atmosphere |
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C3 Structure and bonding |
C7 Energy changes |
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C9 Crude oil and fuels |
C12 The Earth’s resources |
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C4 Chemical calculations |
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Physics
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Paper 1 |
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Paper 2 |
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P1 Conservation and dissipation of energy |
P4 Electric circuits |
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P8 Forces in balance |
P11 Wave properties |
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P5 Electricity in the home |
P12 Electromagnetic waves |
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P2 Energy transfer by heating |
P6 Molecules and matter |
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P9 Motion
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P13 Electromagnetism |
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P3 Energy resources |
P7 Radioactivity |
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P10 Force and motion
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Triple Science
Biology
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Paper 1 |
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Paper 2 |
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B1 Cell structure and transport |
B5 Communicable diseases |
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B10 The human nervous system
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B13 Reproduction
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B16 Adaptations, interdependence, and competition |
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B2 Cell division |
B6 Preventing and treating disease |
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B11 Hormonal coordination
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B14 Variation and evolution
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B17 Organising and ecosystem
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B3 Organisation and the digestive system |
B7 Non-communicable diseases |
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B4 Organising animals and plants |
B8 Photosynthesis |
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B12 Homeostasis in action |
B15 Genetics and evolution |
B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems |
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B9 Respiration |
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Chemistry
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Paper 1 |
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Paper 2 |
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C1 Atomic structure |
C5 Chemical changes |
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C8 Rates and equilibrium |
C12 Chemical analysis |
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C2 The periodic table |
C6 Electrolysis |
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C9 Crude oil and fuels |
C13 The Earth’s atmosphere |
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C3 Structure and bonding |
C7 Energy changes |
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C10 Organic reaction |
C14 The Earth’s resources |
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C4 Chemical calculations |
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C11 Polymers |
C15 Using our resources |
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Physics
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Paper 1 |
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Paper 2 |
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P1 Conservation and dissipation of energy |
P4 Electric circuits |
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P8 Forces in balance |
P12 Wave properties |
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P5 Electricity in the home |
P9 Motion |
P13 Electromagnetic waves |
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P2 Energy transfer by heating |
P6 Molecules and matter |
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P10 Force and motion |
P14 Light |
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P15 Electromagnetism |
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P3 Energy resources |
P7 Radioactivity |
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P11 Force and pressure |
P16 Space |
