Purpose

The Year 7, 8 & 9 Physics curriculum aims to ignite students' curiosity about the natural world and develop their understanding of fundamental physical concepts. It helps develop character by fostering critical thinking, problem-solving skills and resilience. Through hands-on experiments and real-world applications, students learn to observe, hypothesize, and analyze scientific phenomena. Students develop perseverance and autonomy. Curiosity gets deeper and courage gets stronger. This foundation prepares them for more advanced studies in physics and other sciences, encouraging a lifelong interest in scientific inquiry and innovation while nurturing a growth mindset.

Content

Year 7 Physics is an adventure into the mysteries of the universe! Students kick off with forces, diving into the wonders of gravity and friction. They discover why objects fall and how friction creates resistance, making everyday phenomena come to life.

Next, they electrify their learning with electricity. Exploring current, circuits, and voltage, students uncover the secrets of how electric circuits function and the power of voltage in driving current. It's a shocking experience!

The journey continues with the sound unit, where students explore how sound waves travel, how we hear, and the unique properties of different sounds. It's a symphony of discovery!

In the solar system unit, students embark on a cosmic voyage, exploring planets, moons, and other celestial bodies. They gain a deeper understanding of our place in the vast universe.

Throughout the year, students become budding scientists, honing their experimental skills. They conduct hands-on experiments, record observations, and analyse data, making learning an exciting and engaging experience!

Beyond the classroom

Opportunities include Fun Science Club, Personal Projects, STEM challenges (in the past this has included building and racing an underwater drone or model F1 car), House Science, Links to STEM webinars, visiting speakers and the JCG Careers Fair and Science Week in Challenge Week.