Science

The scientist is not a person who gives the right answers; he is one who asks the right questions.

Claude Lévi-Strauss (1908 – 2009) French anthropologist and ethnologist.

What are our aims in the Science Department?

• to stimulate curiosity, interest and enjoyment of science through acquiring a systematic body of scientific knowledge, between different areas of Science;
• to enable boys to use scientific skills and models to explain phenomena and events, creating an awareness of the impact of developments in technology on the environment and in other contexts;
• to develop experimental and investigative abilities safely, establishing an ability to evaluate and communicate scientific evidence.

The Science Department organises a variety of Co-curricular activities outside the classroom including Science Club, a National Science Quiz, trips and visits.

Lots of fun and experiments in science.

The Good Schools Guide

Our school boasts modern and well-equipped science laboratories designed to provide an immersive and dynamic learning experience for boys in all year groups where they can explore, experiment and develop their natural curiosity.

Through STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths) lessons, the boys develop their teamwork and problem-solving skills, evaluating their prototypes, and learning through trial and error. This is a key skill enabling boys to face real-life problems with more creativity, critical thinking and effectiveness.

We love to take science out the classroom as well, such as venturing out to conduct an ecology study of the local area, including gathering data and considering human impacts.