Welcome to the Science Department

He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. 

Colossians 1:17

Christian Vision and Values in Science

The verse above reminds us that all things hold together, that the universe is ordered and we see order in everything around us.

All the school values are reflected in Science but we place particular emphasis on respect, trust and humility. Through these values students learn to appreciate our place in the world and beyond our world, as well as the hard work, perseverance and often sacrifice of Scientists from the past. Students are encouraged to show respect for the world and it's resources.

Science Department Curriculum Intent

The intent of our Science Curriculum is to develop scientifically literate citizens who are equipped with scientific skills required to understand the uses and applications of Science. Students are encouraged to see how Biology, Chemistry and Physics interconnect with each other and the outside world. We want to develop their understanding and appreciation of the natural, material and physical world around them and to encourage awe and wonder.

We want students to realise how Scientific innovation and advances changes our lives and is vital to the world’s future prosperity.

At Balshaw’s Church of England High School we wish to inspire students to become future scientists and for others to see the applications of Science within our everyday lives.

‘Science is exploration. The fundamental nature of exploration is that we don’t know what’s there. We can guess and hope and aim to find out certain things, but we have to expect surprises.’   Charles H. Townes

‘The whole of Science, and one is tempted to think the whole of the life of any living man, is trying to come to terms with the relationship between yourself and the natural world. Why are you here, and how do you fit in, and what’s it all about?’  David Attenborough

Science Curriculum Implementation - Year 7 to 9

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Science Curriculum Implementation - Year 10

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Science Curriculum Implementation - Year 11

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Science Department Staff

If you want to speak to a member of the Science department, these are the members of the department.

Curriculum Leader: Mrs J McCutcheon

  • Mrs R Wilson (RLW) - Second in Science (Maternity Leave)
  • Mr Y Batan (YIB)
  • Mr M Daniels - Teacher of Science and Mathematics
  • Mr N Dunn (NJD) - Teacher of Physics
  • Mrs D Holden (DLH) - Teacher of Physics
  • Dr L Iddon (LID)
  • Miss B Sayer (BJS) - Teacher of Biology - Acting Second in Science
  • Miss C Warburton (CJW) - Teacher of Chemistry and PSHE Coordinator
     
  • Mr D Reszka (DRA) - Science Technician
  • Mrs S Walsh (SW) - Senior Science Technician

Extra-Curricular Opportunities in Science

  • Year 7/8 STEM weekly STEM Club
  • Year 7/8 trip to Manchester Museum of Science & Industry
  • Year 9 trip to Jodrell Bank
  • Year 9/10 residential trip to Iceland - every two years
  • Year 9/10 residential trip to Geneva - every two years