After an introductory module which sets up the mathematical and practical skills needed, we study: Forces & Motion, Electricity, Light and Waves in the first year, Fields, Particles, Astrophysics and Medical Physics in the second year, completing the A level. A lot of the work is based on familiar GCSE material, but goes beyond GCSE level to give you a more complete understanding. Some new topics are covered such as Quantum Physics, giving a glimpse of the limits of what is possible to know about the Universe. The second year stretches you further, ranging from the unimaginably small world of subatomic particles to the very edges of space and time. There is plenty of practical work throughout the course. Theoretical Physics must always be tested by experiment, and we teach you to design, carry out and evaluate experiments that reveal more about the way the world works. We believe that this practical emphasis makes studying Physics here an interesting and enjoyable experience. Our laboratories are modern and very well-equipped.
Each year, we are delighted to welcome new students into our Sixth Form. All prospective Sixth Form students from other schools can enjoy a taster day at Stafford Grammar School and have an interview with the Head of Sixth Form. Offers of entry into the Sixth Form are then conditional upon GCSE results. A place in the Sixth Form is conditional upon students gaining at least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or equivalent, including at least a grade 4 in Mathematics and English Language. Often there will be a requirement of the minimum of a grade 6 or equivalent for those subjects that the student wishes to study at AS level. For AS Mathematics, students must have followed the Higher Tier course and gained at least a grade 7 or equivalent. Any offer is also conditional upon a successful application including an interview and a satisfactory reference from the student’s current school. Almost everyone in the Lower Sixth Form studies four AS levels and the majority go on to study three A-level courses. Some students do continue with four A-levels, but this is dependent on academic and career aims.
Practical work is continually assessed, and forms part of the A level qualification. There is no practical examination.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Burton Manor, ST18 9AT |
After an introductory module which sets up the mathematical and practical skills needed, we study: Forces & Motion, Electricity, Light and Waves in the first year, Fields, Particles, Astrophysics and Medical Physics in the second year, completing the A level. A lot of the work is based on familiar GCSE material, but goes beyond GCSE level to give you a more complete understanding. Some new topics are covered such as Quantum Physics, giving a glimpse of the limits of what is possible to know about the Universe. The second year stretches you further, ranging from the unimaginably small world of subatomic particles to the very edges of space and time. There is plenty of practical work throughout the course. Theoretical Physics must always be tested by experiment, and we teach you to design, carry out and evaluate experiments that reveal more about the way the world works. We believe that this practical emphasis makes studying Physics here an interesting and enjoyable experience. Our laboratories are modern and very well-equipped.
Each year, we are delighted to welcome new students into our Sixth Form. All prospective Sixth Form students from other schools can enjoy a taster day at Stafford Grammar School and have an interview with the Head of Sixth Form. Offers of entry into the Sixth Form are then conditional upon GCSE results. A place in the Sixth Form is conditional upon students gaining at least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or equivalent, including at least a grade 4 in Mathematics and English Language. Often there will be a requirement of the minimum of a grade 6 or equivalent for those subjects that the student wishes to study at AS level. For AS Mathematics, students must have followed the Higher Tier course and gained at least a grade 7 or equivalent. Any offer is also conditional upon a successful application including an interview and a satisfactory reference from the student’s current school. Almost everyone in the Lower Sixth Form studies four AS levels and the majority go on to study three A-level courses. Some students do continue with four A-levels, but this is dependent on academic and career aims.
Practical work is continually assessed, and forms part of the A level qualification. There is no practical examination.