Physics is the study of the fundamental laws that govern all natural phenomena. It pervades every part of the world of science, technology and engineering. Its methods and insights are widely applicable. A key ingredient is a curious, questioning mind. Physics is an exciting subject to study, stretching the mind and helping to develop critical reasoning and analytical abilities. Without physics, there would be no space rockets, digital cameras, mobile phones, non-invasive imaging techniques in hospitals or fibre optic technology to name a few applications. Focusing on everyday applications of the principles of physics stimulates interest. Experienced teachers ensure that physics is accessible to everyone by placing it in context. GCSE Physics begins in Year 9 and continues into Years 10 and 11 taught by subject specialists. Students follow the AQA GCSE Physics specifications in Double Award Science or as a Separate Science. At the Advanced Level we consider the development of pupils' practical skills crucial to the enjoyment of learning physics and the department is very well-resourced with equipment for investigations into topics such as heat, light, sound, electricity, forces, motion, radioactivity including the use of data-logging probes and motion sensors. Students also learn how to use our fantastic refractor telescope to make astronomical observations both of the night sky and our closest star, the Sun.
The entrance requirements for the Sixth Form are 5 GCSE passes graded 9-5 with 9-7 in the subjects chosen at A Level. To be eligible for an Academic Scholarship for the Sixth Form, a candidate would need to achieve grades 7-9 in all their GCSE subjects.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Hillingdon |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £21,030 - £21,189 |
| Address | Maxwell Road, Northwood, HA6 2YE |
Physics is the study of the fundamental laws that govern all natural phenomena. It pervades every part of the world of science, technology and engineering. Its methods and insights are widely applicable. A key ingredient is a curious, questioning mind. Physics is an exciting subject to study, stretching the mind and helping to develop critical reasoning and analytical abilities. Without physics, there would be no space rockets, digital cameras, mobile phones, non-invasive imaging techniques in hospitals or fibre optic technology to name a few applications. Focusing on everyday applications of the principles of physics stimulates interest. Experienced teachers ensure that physics is accessible to everyone by placing it in context. GCSE Physics begins in Year 9 and continues into Years 10 and 11 taught by subject specialists. Students follow the AQA GCSE Physics specifications in Double Award Science or as a Separate Science. At the Advanced Level we consider the development of pupils' practical skills crucial to the enjoyment of learning physics and the department is very well-resourced with equipment for investigations into topics such as heat, light, sound, electricity, forces, motion, radioactivity including the use of data-logging probes and motion sensors. Students also learn how to use our fantastic refractor telescope to make astronomical observations both of the night sky and our closest star, the Sun.
The entrance requirements for the Sixth Form are 5 GCSE passes graded 9-5 with 9-7 in the subjects chosen at A Level. To be eligible for an Academic Scholarship for the Sixth Form, a candidate would need to achieve grades 7-9 in all their GCSE subjects.