Year 9 and Year 10 Science
Students are introduced to scientific and experimental techniques as they learn about all aspects of science. Students will be involved in a range of activities from studying local wildlife to exploring the building blocks of the universe.
As well as preparing students for future study of Science, students will also gain a greater understanding of the world they live in. There is always something to inspire and challenge the budding scientist.
Year 9 – Science (9 SCI,) including two Advanced classes that follow an enriched programme, covers the following topics:
- Introduction to Science
- What’s Really in Our Food
- Investigating Matter
- Forces and Motion
- Chemical Reactions
- Light
- Biodiversity
- Astronomy
Year 10 - Science (10 SCI) covers the following topics:
- Atomic Chemistry
- Electricity
- Reproduction and Inheritance
- Energetic Earth
- Acids and Bases
- Ecology
- An NCEA level 1 research Internal assessment
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There are also two Year 10 classes (10 SCN) who are advanced and complete a Level 1 programme.