Teachers: Mr Saoud Motala - Head of Science, Biology teacher (BSc (Hons) | MSc DIC QTS), Mrs Ayat Daban - Chemistry and Physics teacher (BSc (Hons) | MSc | PGCE) and Mr Imran Emritte - Lead Technician (BSC (Hons)). Exam Board: Edexcel
At the Science Department, we prepare our students to become future leaders.To broaden their horizons, we provide them with opportunities beyond the curriculum; to explore contemporary issues like AI, evolution nanotechnology, genetic engineering, consciousness and material science.
"Allah will raise those who have believed among you and those who were given knowledge, by degrees."
The Noble Qur'an [58: 11]
We also include an Islamic perspective in our discussions, highlighting how Muslim scholars have historically contributed to major scientific advancements and played a key role in the progress of humanity. The Qur’an and the Sunnah offer a framework through which we can appreciate scientific development and human existence, fulfilling our innate desire to seek truth and understand our purpose as human beings.
For both key stage 3 and 4, we deliver the National Curriculum. At key stage 3, we follow Exploring Science. At key stage 4, we follow the Edexcel 9-1 Science curriculum for both Triple Science and Combined Science. Most of our students enrol for Triple Science (Biology, Chemistry and Physics) at GCSE.
Most of our students go on to study science-related subjects at college and university. Many former students now enjoy successful careers in fields such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, teaching, and engineering—and they often return to share their appreciation and inspire the next generation.
In 2024, 94% of students attained between a grade 9-7 in Biology, 88% attained between a grade 9-7 in Chemistry, and 88% attained between a grade 9-7 in Physics. You can see our school performance figures for 2024 GCSE exams here.
Course Overview
Biology
The curriculum is designed for students cover a wide range of topics in Biology including:
- Cells, the Digestive system, Respiratory system and Aerobic respiration
- The Musculo-skeletal system
- Classification
- Food webs
- Photosynthesis
- Genes and DNA
- Reproduction in animals and Reproduction in plants
- Drugs and diseases
- Microscopy and Bacteria
- Transport across membranes
- Mitosis, Growth and Stems cells
- The Brain, Nervous system and Neurotransmission
- Protein synthesis
- Genetics, Variation, Evolution and Selective breeding
- Tissue culture, GMOs and Biological control
- Viruses, the Immune system, Antibiotics and Monoclonal antibodies
- Plant hormones
- The Endocrine system
- Osmoregulation
- The Heart and Circulatory system
- Ecosystems
- Mutualism and Parasitism
- Carbon cycle and Nitrogen cycle
Chemistry
The curriculum is designed for students to cover a wide range of Chemistry topics including:
- Mixtures and separation
- Acids and alkalis
- The particle model
- Atoms, elements and molecules
- Combustion,
- The periodic table
- Metals and their uses
- Rocks
- States of matter
- Methods of separating and purifying substances
- Atomic structure
- Ionic bonding and Covalent bonding
- Types of substance, Acids and alkalis
- Calculations involving masses
- Electrolytic processes
- Obtaining and using metals
- Reversible reactions and equilibria
- Transition metals, alloys and corrosion
- Quantitative analysis
- Dynamic equilibria, calculations involving volumes of gases
- Chemical cells and fuel cells
- Groups in the periodic table
- Rates of reaction and Heat energy changes in chemical reactions
- Fuels, Earth and atmospheric science
- Hydrocarbons
- Alcohols and carboxylic acids
- Polymers
- Qualitative analysis: Tests for ions, Bulk and surface properties of matter including nanoparticles
Physics
The curriculum is designed for students to cover a wide range of Chemistry topics including:
- Energy, Current electricity and Forces
- Sound
- Fluids
- Light
- Energy transfers
- Earth and space
- Motion and Motion forces
- Conservation of energy
- Waves, Light and the electromagnetic spectrum
- Radioactivity
- Astronomy
- Energy: Forces doing work, Forces and their effects, Electricity and circuits, Static electricity, Magnetism and the motor effect, Electromagnetic induction, Particle model, Forces and matter
Extracurricular learning opportunities
We also provide a range of extracurricular activities and opportunities for learning enrichment. These include our school Science Club, regular school trips and participation in national competitions. More details below:
School trips
- SEALife
- London Zoo
- NHM London
- Science Museum
- Greenwich Museum
National Competitions
- Biology Challenge by the Royal Biological Society
- Salters challenge by the Salters Institute
- Energy future by Royal Dutch Shell
