Welcome to the Science Department

Science is studied throughout a student’s career in the school. The curriculum consists of a broad range of courses which help them acquire and build on their science skills and knowledge through to GCSE and beyond. Each course places emphasis on real-life settings and increasing use is made of computer technology. Stress is placed on scientific ways of working and thinking and to this end all students follow a ‘thinking skills’ programme.

Within the National Curriculum the subject is divided into four strands:

1. Experimental and investigative Science
2. Life Processes and Living Things. (Biology)
3. Materials and their Properties. (Chemistry)
4. Physical Processes. (Physic)

Experimental and investigative science deals with the intellectual and physical skills needed to plan and carry out investigative work and interpret observations arising from it.

Strands 2 – 4 recognise that there is a body of scientific facts and ideas which need to be understood and subject to recall.

Birds of Prey Visit Ever since seeing snakes and other reptiles at my sons primary school fete I have wanted to bring animals and birds into our school. They capture our interest, are educational and are usually good fun too!   Read more

JBS students enjoy Science Extension Day.See GALLERY for photographs.  Read more

OPEN DAY CHEMISTRY DISPLAY FASCINATES AUDIENCE
As is usual on open day Dr Tompkins gave a demonstration of chemistry magic to students and their parents. An excellent chemistry showcase which revealed the world of experiments that enhance the learning and enjoyment of the sciences at the JBS.   Read more

BRAMSTON QUALITY SHOWS AT SCIENCE OLYMPIAD
The science department took a much-depleted team to the Braintree Science Olympiad and won!  Read more

Gallery

Science Day
JBS students enjoying Science extension day. View gallery...
12th March 2007

Science Department OPEN DAY 2006
On open day Dr Tompkins gave a demonstration of chemistry magic to students and their parents. An excellent chemistry showcase which revealed the world of experiments that enhance the learning and enjoyment of the sciences at the JBS. View gallery...
14th October 2006

Bramston Quality shows at Science Olympiad
The science department took a much-depleted team to the Braintree Science Olympiad and won! View gallery...
June 2006

Science Gallery
Come to our Open Day and see for youself ............ Science can be Fun View gallery...

www.biology-online.org
www.chem4kids.com
www.chemsoc.org
www.eb.uk.com
www.fearofphysics.com
www.howstuffworks.com
www.thetomatozone.co.uk