Biology is a core subject at GCSE and all pupils will study it either as a standalone qualification or as part of the combined science specification. Biology is a highly regarded and rigorous academic subject, developing scientific literacy skills as well as reinforcing numeracy and mathematical work. GCSE Biology provides a fundamental understanding of the world around us, looking in detail at biological processes such as the physiology within the human body, genetics and inheritance and climate change, to name but a few. Included in the course are ethical discussions on stem cell use and embryonic screening for genetic diseases, as well as “how science works” in the form of exploring the development of the theory of evolution. There is no practical exam, instead, core practical investigations are incorporated into the course that pupils prepare for and their competency in completing the investigation assessed in class.
Entry to the Sixth Form is subject to a minimum requirement of 5 GCSEs at Grade 6 unless there is a compelling reason to modify this requirement, and in any event, where this is necessary it will usually lead to the applicant being offered a BTEC or BTEC with one A Level as a Sixth Form course. Candidates must achieve at least a Grade 6 at GCSE in any subject to be studied at A level, and a Grade 7 in the case of Mathematics, any Science or a Modern Foreign Language.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £32,400; Boarding £43,680 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Repton, Derby, DE65 6FH |
Biology is a core subject at GCSE and all pupils will study it either as a standalone qualification or as part of the combined science specification. Biology is a highly regarded and rigorous academic subject, developing scientific literacy skills as well as reinforcing numeracy and mathematical work. GCSE Biology provides a fundamental understanding of the world around us, looking in detail at biological processes such as the physiology within the human body, genetics and inheritance and climate change, to name but a few. Included in the course are ethical discussions on stem cell use and embryonic screening for genetic diseases, as well as “how science works” in the form of exploring the development of the theory of evolution. There is no practical exam, instead, core practical investigations are incorporated into the course that pupils prepare for and their competency in completing the investigation assessed in class.
Entry to the Sixth Form is subject to a minimum requirement of 5 GCSEs at Grade 6 unless there is a compelling reason to modify this requirement, and in any event, where this is necessary it will usually lead to the applicant being offered a BTEC or BTEC with one A Level as a Sixth Form course. Candidates must achieve at least a Grade 6 at GCSE in any subject to be studied at A level, and a Grade 7 in the case of Mathematics, any Science or a Modern Foreign Language.