Science
Our aim is to provide continuity with a young person's home school and support learners with their knowledge and understanding of Science.
Science is taught at Ancora House School as part of a personalised learning programme that is developed for young people to build their self-confidence whilst at the same time supporting their learning. Whenever possible the subject is delivered as specified by the secondary curriculum being offered in individual’s home schools.
Our learners are taught across Key Stages 3, 4,and 5 using a wide range of materials and resources; this can be through a variety of means from practical hands-on investigation in the classroom, to the use of a wide range of text books and the interactive Boardworks programs. Where appropriate practical science is encouraged to develop the skills needed to work scientifically. Teaching may sometimes take place on the ward if young people are not able to come up to the science classroom.
Specific support is provided for learners in their GCSE and GCE years with exam practise, where needed, in accordance with exam board syllabuses. Attention is always paid to changes in the curriculum and where there needs to be particular emphasis on specific aspects such as the use of scientific vocabulary and extended writing.
FABULOUS SCIENCE FACT - THERE ARE 8 TIMES AS MANY ATOMS IN A TEASPOONFUL OF WATER AS THERE ARE TEASPOONFULS OF WATER IN THE ATLANTIC OCEAN
Science Links for Further Study/Interest:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science_and_environment
Interesting articles about developments in science and other news
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize
Youtube has various GCSE revision videos on most topics. Search freesciencelessons.
Links to past papers for use in revision:
https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/combined-science-trilogy-8464/assessment-resources
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