At Key Stage 3 the foundations for students’ scientific journey of exploration at Newlands Girls’ School are laid.  Students study a variety of topics from Biology, Chemistry and Physics whilst developing their practical skills.

The following areas are studied:

Year 7

Biology

• Cells
• Structure and Function of Body Systems
• Reproduction

Chemistry

• Particles and their Behaviour
• Elements. Atoms and Compounds
• Reactions
• Acids and Alkalis

Physics

• Forces
• Sound
• Light
• Space

Year 8

Biology

• Health and Lifestyle
• Ecosystem Processes
• Adaptation and Inheritance

Chemistry

• The Periodic Table
• Separation Techniques
• Metals and Acids
• The Earth

Physics

• Electricity and Magnetism
• Energy
• Motion and Pressure