The AQA Physics A-Level specification is a stimulating modern course. Throughout Year 12 we study topics varying from Wave-Particle duality to The Standard Model, and in Year 13 we study areas such as Nuclear and Thermal Physics. There is also an option topic taught during the final year, which can include Medical physics, Engineering physics, Electronics, Turning points in physics and Astrophysics. At the end of Year 13 the course is examined with three, two-hour papers that consist of a selection of long and short answers, as well as multiple choice section. Students must also complete six standard practical experiments in Year 12 and another six in Year 13 in order to gain their practical accreditation and prepare for the final exams. Physics at Nottingham High School. The School’s Physics department has excellent facilities, which are housed in a high-quality purpose-built block. The department has a fine provision of high-end equipment, which includes up to date wireless data logging apparatus and the more traditional apparatus which allows students to witness and perform experiments to further enhance their grasp of the scientific concepts. There are two dedicated and experienced technicians available who manage the resources, which, along with sensible set sizes, enable practical work to be conducted whilst both attention and support can be given to each student on an individual basis. The High School Physics Department staff are all Physics specialists. They include recent graduates and those with many years of experience. High standards are well-illustrated by the fine GCSE and A level results and our recent very successful return to competing in the Physics Olympiad; in both 2021/22 and 2022-23 we have had students compete in the International Physics Olympiad and the Astronomical and Astrophysics Olympiad for Great Britain.
Joining the Sixth Form is by interview and on the basis of academic achievement at GCSE. Applicants are invited to interview following a report from their current school indicating their predicted GCSE grades. The likely offer made, following a successful interview, will be conditional on a minimum of 5 A / 7 grades, with A / 7 grades in the subjects to be taken in the Sixth Form.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £18,825 |
| Address | Waverley Mount, Nottingham, NG7 4ED |
The AQA Physics A-Level specification is a stimulating modern course. Throughout Year 12 we study topics varying from Wave-Particle duality to The Standard Model, and in Year 13 we study areas such as Nuclear and Thermal Physics. There is also an option topic taught during the final year, which can include Medical physics, Engineering physics, Electronics, Turning points in physics and Astrophysics. At the end of Year 13 the course is examined with three, two-hour papers that consist of a selection of long and short answers, as well as multiple choice section. Students must also complete six standard practical experiments in Year 12 and another six in Year 13 in order to gain their practical accreditation and prepare for the final exams. Physics at Nottingham High School. The School’s Physics department has excellent facilities, which are housed in a high-quality purpose-built block. The department has a fine provision of high-end equipment, which includes up to date wireless data logging apparatus and the more traditional apparatus which allows students to witness and perform experiments to further enhance their grasp of the scientific concepts. There are two dedicated and experienced technicians available who manage the resources, which, along with sensible set sizes, enable practical work to be conducted whilst both attention and support can be given to each student on an individual basis. The High School Physics Department staff are all Physics specialists. They include recent graduates and those with many years of experience. High standards are well-illustrated by the fine GCSE and A level results and our recent very successful return to competing in the Physics Olympiad; in both 2021/22 and 2022-23 we have had students compete in the International Physics Olympiad and the Astronomical and Astrophysics Olympiad for Great Britain.
Joining the Sixth Form is by interview and on the basis of academic achievement at GCSE. Applicants are invited to interview following a report from their current school indicating their predicted GCSE grades. The likely offer made, following a successful interview, will be conditional on a minimum of 5 A / 7 grades, with A / 7 grades in the subjects to be taken in the Sixth Form.