Thursday 9th September
Ms N Richardson, Head of Science or Mr A Aston, Assistant Head of Science
DCHS Science Department
The department is made up of enthusiastic, committed and hard-working members of staff.
We offer a variety of extra-curricular activities for students of all ages and opportunities to enrich the curriculum by taking students on academic trips and visits.
A-level Biology Students at Ford Castle.
New curriculums for Biology, Chemistry and Physics come into place in September 2008 and we are very enthusiastic about the new content and structure of these.
Many of our A-level students go on to successfully study for science related degrees, including Medicine and Veterinary Medicine, at University.
Students at the National Science Museum.
Alternatively students are able to chose between OCR 21st Century Additional Science and Additional Applied Science.
The first of these GCSEs follows a more traditional science curriculum with practical work and theoretical knowledge being developed that will support students if they wish to continue with sciences to A-level or beyond.
The Applied course presents science in a life-based context with theoretical knowledge being linked throughout the year to work and community based scenarios.
Natural History Museum Visit.
Alternatively they may follow the OCR 21st Century Core Science GCSE.
This modular course covers all three science areas and provides a good base of skills and knowledge on which to build with the GCSE Science options in Year 11.
Data Collection on Holy Island
We run a number of activities and trips each year including a combined trip to London with the English Department for year 10 students.
We also successfully support our 6th form programme of study with visits and field trips that enhance their classroom learning.
1. To develop a body of scientific knowledge and an understanding of science including its power and limitations.
2. To develop experimental and investigative skills.
3. To develop an understanding of the nature of scientific ideas and appreciate that theories may change over a period of time.
4. To develop an understanding of the technological and environmental applications of science and of the economic, ethical and social implications of these.
5. To develop an enjoyment and interest in science.
DCHS Science A Level Results 2007
• 83% of our students achieved levels 5-7 in their SAT exam with 22% gaining a level 7, the highest level attainable.
• At GCSE approximately 61% of students achieved GCSE grades A*-C.
• ‘A’ level results were excellent in all 3 subject specialism areas.
The success of the department lies in a commitment to high expectations of everyone and close support for students throughout their studies. Students are also encouraged to take part in a range of visits, trips and extra-curricular opportunities in order to enhance their studies.
