SCIENCE

Science as a subject is taught throughout the school and provides the opportunity to :-

• promote an interest and understanding in science.
•  develop an awareness of the significance of science in everyday life.
•  nurture a realisation that society and mankind are dependent on
  scientific discovery for their development and survival.
• cover the requirements of the Common Entrance Syllabus and to
  encapsulate the National Curriculum Programmes of Study by the end of Year 8.

To develop:-

• An inquisitive, searching approach and good observational skills.
• Good practical skills and routine.
• Accurate, neat diagrams and written work.
• A good use of scientific language.
• Good problem solving skills.
• The ability to follow instructions accurately, to interpret results and
  to produce practical investigations.
• The confidence to show initiative and to experiment.
• A sound grasp of the topics covered and to show evidence of this in
  discussion, written work, preps, tests and examinations.