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STAFF


Mrs J Reid (PT Chemistry) B4
Mr M Baker B2
Mr A Barclay D1
Mr R Gray B5
Mr K Stirrat (Technician) B1

AIMS

 

Our overriding departmental aim is to use teaching methods and resources that allow ALL pupils to have access to Chemistry, to feel valued and to experience success and enjoyment in their work.

  • To maintain and stimulate pupil curiosity, interest and enjoyment in Chemistry.

  • To enable pupils to understand the language and logic of Chemistry, in order to encourage a methodical and practical approach to problem-solving.

  • To develop a range of personal qualities such as determination, initiative, cooperation and independence.

  • To allow pupils to develop informed opinions and to be able to support them by reasonable arguments.

  • To nurture an appreciation in pupils to see the relevance of Chemistry to citizenship in modern society and everyday life.