Secondary Phase Science
At Trinity, our Science curriculum inspires curiosity, equips pupils with critical thinking skills, and empowers them to understand and shape the world around them. Guided by Christian values and a commitment to inclusivity, we aim to nurture a deep appreciation for the natural world and its intricacies while preparing our pupils for the challenges of a rapidly evolving, global society. Rooted in the context of our diverse and vibrant inner-London community, the Science curriculum is designed to:
1. Promote scientific literacy, equipping pupils with a solid foundation in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, enabling them to apply scientific principles to everyday life and make informed decisions about global issues such as climate change, health, and technology.
2. Celebrate diversity, highlighting the contributions of diverse scientists from various cultural and historical backgrounds, fostering a sense of belonging and aspiration for all of our pupils, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or background.
3. Encourage aspiration and achievement, providing a rigorous and ambitious curriculum that challenges all learners, including those with high aspirations, through opportunities such as STEM enrichment programs, science fairs, and links to universities and industry professionals.
4. Nurture curiosity and exploration, creating an environment where questioning, problem-solving, and experimentation are celebrated, helping pupils develop a lifelong love of learning and discovery.
5. Reflect Christian values and ethics, encouraging thoughtful discussions about the ethical implications of scientific advancements, including sustainability, stewardship of the Earth, and the responsible use of technology, in line with our Trinity’s faith-based ethos.
6. Prepare for future success, equipping pupils with transferable skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, and data analysis, ensuring they are well-prepared for further education and careers in STEM fields or beyond.
By fostering an inclusive and ambitious learning environment, we aim to inspire all pupils at Trinity to reach their full potential and to see themselves as capable contributors to the scientific community and society at large.
The Science Team
Mrs. M. Robbins (Head of Department) m.robbins@trinity.lewisham.sch.uk
Mr. N. Jones (2i/c Science) n.jones@trinity.lewisham.sch.uk
Ms S. Williams s.williams@trinity.lewisham.sch.uk
Mrs. R. Kaur r.kaur@trinity.lewisham.sch.uk
Mr. R. Keen r.keen@trinity.lewisham.sch.uk
Mr. L. Lister l.lister@trinity.lewisham.sch.uk
Curriculum
The core principles of Science are introduced early on during the five-year course. Topics such as Cell Biology, Atoms and Energy are taught during KS3 and are revisited at KS4. The delivery whilst informed by the requirements of the terminal assessment is not dictated by them, rather we teach concepts in an integrated and holistic way using booklets which engage and stretch our pupils. Our Science curriculum is highly ambitious. We have links with SE London Challenge, Colfe’s School, St. Dunstan’s College to ensure that we are fully able to support our pupils in Science beyond KS4. We support pupils’ learning with KS3 Science club, and intervention lessons for KS4. We use mastery booklets at all key stages to raise pupils’ aspirations and develop rigour in pupils’ learning.
Science at GCSE
Science is a Core subject at GCSE which means it is compulsory. Most pupils will follow the Combined Science course, from which they can obtain two grades. Some pupils will follow the Triple Science pathway, which consists of studying the three Sciences separately. From this they will obtain three grades. It is recommended that only pupils with a high degree of competence in Maths and English, as well as an aptitude for Science should take the Triple Science route. At Trinity, we study the AQA board for the Sciences. The specification for Science can be found here:
https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse
Assessment in Science
Pupils in Science are assessed rigorously to ensure that their chances of meeting or exceeding their potential is maximized. Pupils at all Key Stages should expect regular feedback from their teachers every two weeks
Curriculum Overview