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16/06/25

Our wonderful year 11s received a much deserved Guard of Honour as they completed their last full cohort exam. A much deserved applause for their exemplary conduct during the exam season. 💚 pic.twitter.com/OhDPbd2RhR

06/06/25

Wishing all those in our local community, Eid Mubarak. Have a blessed time with your family and friends. pic.twitter.com/dflA3jk2fU

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09/05/25

Following on from our activities marking VE Day 80 yesterday, this morning during form time, students discussed the significance of this historic day. pic.twitter.com/y4CYpsMCuB

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08/05/25

A brilliant whole school assembly, incredible artwork, a 2-minute silence for reflection and thanks, and a delicious 1940s inspired menu from our canteen were all part of the VE 80 celebrations here today. 🪖🎖💚 pic.twitter.com/jcqq5McWYo

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26/04/25

Living Well Together in action. Congratulations, Alex. We are all very proud. 💚 https://t.co/tWYGOS1vVo

20/04/25

We would like to wish all those in our local community and beyond a Happy Easter. May the miracle of Easter bring renewed faith and bright blessings to you all.💚 pic.twitter.com/vxBptwg8rD

13/04/25

We would like to wish all those in our local community and beyond a Happy Vaisakhi. May this Spring Harvest bring new hopes to your homes. 💚 pic.twitter.com/wjXXdeR3LY

12/04/25

We'd like to wish all those in our community and beyond that celebrate this holiday a very Happy Passover. Chag Pesach Sameach! 💚 pic.twitter.com/X3GtJQ6gvI

04/04/25

Please do take the time to peruse our bumper Spring Term Newsletter over the Easter Break: https://t.co/EzuYrPoKhH

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02/04/25

A beautiful Easter Service was delivered by Reverend Fry at St John's Church this morning for year 8s and 9s with hymns, prayers, and visual representations of the stages of the Easter story. Students behaved impeccably and were a credit to the school. pic.twitter.com/41C6OJyYtP

30/03/25

We would like to wish Eid Mubarak to all those in our local community celebrating this special day. 💚 pic.twitter.com/oLZussoZwT

28/02/25

Ramadan Mubarak to all those in our local community who are celebrating this weekend 💚 pic.twitter.com/SVuXu0cPWl

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24/02/25

If you missed it letter is out again today If you’d like to join us for quiz night get your team together & follow the payment details on the letter💚 https://t.co/9xILFantGp

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17/02/25

Fully packed classroom for Monday's science aspiration in half term. Same outcome for F tier and Separate! Took 2 hours of learning extraction methods back to back like champions 🫡 pic.twitter.com/6YR9RhS5nw

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16/02/25

Get your teams together & join us for quiz night!💚 https://t.co/9xILFantGp

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10/02/25

We are looking forward to welcoming Year 9 parents/carers and students into school on Thursday @ 6pm to discuss the OPTIONS process and for students to learn more about the brilliant curriculum choices available to them. pic.twitter.com/Uuv8iamFyR

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05/02/25

50 student turnout to our lunchtime session today! So proud of every single one for their motivation to turn up and do well! Year 11s - there is still space if you want to join! pic.twitter.com/43Wppsxd3a

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03/02/25

👀look out for our Quiz night letter👀 pic.twitter.com/sv9RFyysnE

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29/01/25

Year 11 & 13 students and parents were fortunate enough to participate in a 'psychology of learning' workshop, delivered by Dr van der Spoel, to maximise revision ahead of exams. Year 12 students also inspired Year 11s with a brilliant revision strategy market. pic.twitter.com/vMqf5kI45x

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10/01/25

It may be Baltic cold outside, but how beautiful is our school site this morning!? pic.twitter.com/zw5fsQDSQK

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Biology A-Level

What is Biology all about?

Biology is the study of living organisms. At A Level we consider life from the molecular level right through to interactions between organisms and with their surroundings. The new A Level also includes cutting edge genetic developments.

First Year Course Content

In year one of Biology A Level we study many of the fundamental concepts needed to access the rest of the A Level course and to form a firm basis for further study in this field. The following 4 topics will be covered in year one -

  • Biological molecules
  • Cells
  • Organisms exchanging substances with their environment
  • Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms

Second Year Course Content

Year two in A Level Biology expands on some of the topics covered in year one and helps students to further develop their practical skills through the practical
endorsement process. The following 4 topics are covered in year two -

  • Energy transfers in and between organisms
  • Organisms responding to changes in their internal and external environments
  • Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems
  • The control of gene expression

Practical Endorsement

Throughout both years students will carry out 12 ‘required practicals’.  Exam papers will test students' knowledge and understanding of their practical work. Students will be awarded an A Level grade based on their exams, and a 'pass' or 'fail' for practical work in lessons.

Assessment Criteria

A Level Biology requires 3 exams to be sat in May/June of the second year of study, each lasting 2 hours.  Papers 1 and 2 consist of short answer questions and one longer comprehension or extended response question. Paper 3 includes structured questions and one 25 mark essay question.

Future careers linked to this subject:

Biology A Level specified as a requirement or advantage for 25 different degree courses (and is valued on many more courses as an addition to these). These include Physiotherapy, Optometry, Biomedical Materials, Nursing, Archaeology, Midwifery, Earth Sciences, Geology, Geography,   Medical Science, Speech Therapy, Sports Science, Psychology, Physical Education, Dietetics, Biology, Veterinary Science, Medicine, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, and Dentistry.

Examination Board

AQA

Teacher to Contact:

Mrs. S. Ahmed

 

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