Physics

Staff

Head of Department:
Mrs F Watt

Departmental Staff:
Miss S Harte, Dr R Rolleston

Technician:
Mrs A Sankiewicz

 

Overview

The Physics Department ethos is to cultivate a caring, inviting and respectful learning community where each member is valued and supported as they develop self-esteem, resilience, responsibility and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Aims

As teachers of Physics, we strive to provide opportunities for pupils to:

  • foster their curiosity and sense of wonder

  • understand how physicists view the Universe

  • explore/investigate using the scientific method

  • analyse data and solve problems using mathematics

  • describe, explain & evaluate using scientific terminology

  • use ICT for research and to measure, collect & present

  • develop self-management and teamwork skills

  • think deeply, critically and logically

  • embrace challenge and be confident & lifelong learners

  • gain access to rewarding career pathways

Key Stage 3

Pupils follow the KS3 (CCEA Statutory Curriculum)

Key Stage 4

Pupils follow the GCSE Physics (CCEA Specification)

Key Stage 5

Pupils follow the A Level Physics (CCEA Specification)

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