Chemistry
Borden Grammar School - Kent
01795424192
Avenue of Remembrance, Sittingbourne, ME10 4DB
Course summary

All of the topics covered in Year 12 require higher levels of abstract thinking from students which will build upon and extend the knowledge learnt at GCSE. For example students have previously learnt about rates of reaction at GCSE, Year 12 then extend that knowledge further by introducing different types of catalyst and how they work. In Year 12 Chemistry we place a particular focus on: • Independent learning – Students are expected to read up on a subject ahead of time to ensure the student is thinking more critically in the lesson and by coming prepared with questions. • Mathematical skills in Chemistry – applying different concepts and ideas to solve multi-step problems, using data to support their scientific conclusions. • Practical Skills – Understanding the scientific method, processing and presenting data, forming conclusions

Entry requirements

- 6+ Chemistry or 7,7 in Comb Science, 6+ in Maths - 5+ GCSE grades at 9-5 including English & Maths. Preference to courses is given to those students who achieve a grade 6 in their chosen subjects.

How you'll be assessed

• Assessment opportunities will involve teacher, self and peer assessment. The assessment will focus around work produced in lessons where the students are required to demonstrate their fundamental scientific knowledge and understanding as well as their mathematical skills within chemistry. • Assessment of practical skills by performing the following Common Practical Assessment Criteria (CPAC) – 2, 3, 7, 8. • Book scrutiny, lesson observations and collegial discussions will be used to quality assure teaching and learning. Gap analysis on mock papers.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityKent
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeBoys
AddressAvenue of Remembrance, Sittingbourne, ME10 4DB