Year 1
Physics is introduced as part of an integrated science curriculum. Key topics include measurement techniques, density, energy, and atmospheric pressure. These topics integrate well with biology and chemistry, providing a strong foundation in the scientific method.

Year 2
The physics curriculum continues within the integrated science course. Topics covered include heat and electricity, building on the foundational skills in scientific inquiry developed in Year 1.

Year 3
Physics topics such as light and forces are introduced. The integrated approach with biology and chemistry allows students to further develop their scientific inquiry skills.

IGCSE Physics
The IGCSE Physics curriculum is a two-year course starting in Year 4. It follows a concept-led approach, emphasizing critical thinking and application over memorization, a useful foundation for A-Level studies and life skills.

• Year 4: Topics include Motion, Forces, Astronomy, Energy, Heat, Optics, and Waves. Each topic concludes with an assessment, focusing on the cultural and social relevance of physics, as well as the enhancement of experimental, graphical, and numerical skills.
• Year 5: Topics such as States of Matter, Gas Laws, Radioactivity, Electricity, Magnetism, and Electromagnetism are covered. Students sit for a mock exam in January, closely simulating the final IGCSE, providing insight into their potential exam performance.

A-Level Physics
The A-Level course follows the Edexcel Pearson GCE Physics specification, designed to deepen understanding and enthusiasm for Physics.

• Year 6: The curriculum covers Forces and Motion, Electrons and Photons, Wave Properties, and Experimental Skills. Practical work is embedded within the course, and students are required to complete eight core experiments, keeping detailed records for possible external assessment.

• Year 7: Building on Year 6 concepts, students explore topics including Further Mechanics, Electric and Magnetic Fields, Nuclear and Particle Physics, Astrophysics, Radioactivity, Gravitational Fields, and Oscillations. The course concludes with three external exams covering all topics studied and practical-based questions. An additional eight core experiments are required, and completing all sixteen core experiments with a pass is necessary for achieving the A-Level qualification.

This comprehensive curriculum prepares students not only for exams but also for the analytical demands of university-level physics and beyond.