IGCSE Chemistry (Edexcel)

The Edexcel IGCSE in Chemistry (4CH1) is followed in Years 4-5.
This two-year course is completed in Year 5, at the end of which the students take the exam which consists of 2 externally-assessed written papers, 4CH1/1C and 4CH1/2C.

IAS Chemistry (Edexcel)

Teaching of the International A-level Chemistry specification (XCH11) began in September 2023 for Year 6. This consists of three units (Units 1-3) which are examined externally in May/June of that year. Students sit a mock examination in March/April.  

​IAL Chemistry (Edexcel)

Teaching of the International A-level Chemistry specification (YCH11) will begin in September 2024 for Year 7. This consists of three units (Units 4-6) which are examined externally in May/June of that year. Students sit a mock examination in March/April. Students need to have completed Units 1-3 prior to continuing with Units 4-6. 

Extra-curricular opportunities and Educational Trips

Hungry for Science Club 
Target group: Year 1-Year 3 Science

Ever been fascinated by a video you have watched online and want to know about the CHEMISTRY behind it and even carry it out for yourself? Look no further- join the S&D CLUB now!

In the Hungry for Science Club, in small groups of students, you will be given the opportunity to select a chemistry experiment of their own interest, investigate the method, discuss the method and associated hazards with a staff member and conduct the experiment under supervision. This will give you the opportunity to practice independent thinking, get hands on experience in handling chemicals and labware additional to those used in school classes and gain an insight into what goes on in a research lab. You will then be encouraged to enter various Science competitions with your projects.  
 
ChemWiz
Target group: Year 4 Chemistry

An afterschool club where students are given the opportunity to practice solving PPQ on Year 4 topics in preparation for CAs and EoY exam. Some topics may be further boosted by practicals that are complementary to the ones carried out in the morning lessons.
 
C.S.I- Chemistry Special Investigation
Target group: Year 5 Chemistry

An afterschool club where students are given the opportunity to practice solving PPQ on Year 4 and Year 5 topics in preparation for the mock and external examinations. Some topics may be further boosted by practicals that are complementary to the ones carried out in the morning lessons.
 
Year 6 & Year 7 ChemSup
Target group: Years 6 & 7

Chemistry support clubs where students are given access to additional PPQs and revision material on specific and targeted Year 6 and Year 7 topics. This club is aimed to challenge and assist students in solving PPQs under timed conditions.