Science

The most important thing is to never stop questioning.

- Albert Einstein

The Science department at Whitecross is dedicated to nurturing a holistic understanding of the world among our students.

Our approach focuses on enabling students to grasp the interconnectedness of the world and their place within it. Through hands-on experiences, we merge theoretical learning with practical applications, to enable students to gain a deep understanding of scientific concepts.

By instilling the confidence to question and critically evaluate information, students develop an appreciation for the scale and complexity of the world around them. Our goal is to cultivate curious minds that are eager to engage with the natural world, inspiring a lifelong passion for scientific discovery and problem-solving. We aim to empower the next generation of scientists, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to thrive in our dynamic, ever-evolving world.

This means:

• Students will learn how science has developed over time, and its impact on our lives.
• Through scientific enquiry students will learn to question and use the laboratory equipment to provide data to come to conclusions.
• Students will make connections between the scientific concepts, principles and theory they learn and their applications in everyday life.
• Students will be aware of how scientific theory links to the varied occupations that use science, and specific science careers.