The science curriculum intent at Weald of Kent Grammar School is to deliver a high-quality science education that provides the foundations for understanding the world through the specific disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics. Developments in science have helped shape our world and continuing scientific developments are vital to the world’s future prosperity, so all students need to be taught essential aspects of the knowledge, methods, processes and uses of science to enable them to understand the plethora of science developments beyond the curriculum.  Students are encouraged to understand how science can be used to explain what is occurring, predict how things will behave, and analyse causes.  

Practical work is a core component of the curriculum for biology, chemistry and physics, allowing students to link their theoretical knowledge with their observations, and strengthen their understanding. Literacy is regularly challenged with the use of scientific vocabulary and students are taught how to write scientific reports and research scientific concepts, cumulating in investigative report writing with referencing at Key Stage Five, preparing students for both future careers and further study at university. 

For specific information on the separate sciences, please refer to the pages for Biology, Chemistry and Physics.