Science is a forward thinking and dynamic faculty. We have a philosophy of sharing good practice and leading innovation, with an
open door policy and a supportive team ethos. Teachers are encouraged to be creative and take risks when developing new teaching
strategies and work alongside dedicated SEN support colleagues. We are pleased to welcome to the faculty both graduate teachers
and PGCE students who provide excellent opportunities to develop mentoring skills and reflect on own practice
Science is one of Windsor's subject specialisms and we have approached the recent curriculum changes at KS3 & 4 with enthusiasm
using them as an opportunity to engage and motivate students. At KS4 students follow either a BTEC in Applied Science route or GCSE;
AQA Science A (in year 10) followed by AQA Additional Science in year 11. In addition we have some students who complete triple
science (separate GCSE’s in Biology, Chemistry and Physics) having started their KS4 studies in year 9. At KS3 the faculty uses
the UPD8 WIKID course designed by the Association for Science Education.
There are opportunities for pupils to take Crest Awards, and there is a regular KS3 STEM club. Science Week is celebrated in
March with a variety of activities and there are also several science visits throughout the year. We have also developed successful
projects with international schools and with local Primary schools.
There have been extensive improvements to the science accommodation in recent years, with four new laboratories created in a new
science block and four other laboratories refurbished in the summer of 2008. There are eleven labs in total, ten currently having
interactive white boards.
The recent refurbishments also included the science preparation areas and this has given the four enthusiastic and experienced
technicians three purpose built prep rooms. This ensures a high level of technical expertise to support learning.
The intranet is used for efficient communication and tracking pupil progress within the faculty. Sophisticated tracking systems
enable us to identify underachievement quickly and deploy intervention strategies effectively to raise attainment.
There are thirteen friendly, experienced science teachers with a plethora of teaching styles, one being the only Secondary
Science AST within Dudley. Her outreach work enables her to share best practice from across the Borough.
The soon to open Sixth Form will present further opportunity for staff and faculty development as well as providing two new
labs and a prep room. This is an exciting faculty to work in. It is a large and successful team which is continuing to develop
the new curriculum alongside new facilities and investment.