Year 6 visited Planeta Explora in November as an extension of our IPC unit of work on Making New Materials. The children became Scientists for the day and had the opportunity to mix different substances to create chemical reactions. We investigated how the density of a liquid affects its ability to mix and how gases can cause things to explode. We looked at how static electricity is generated and how it travels. A very interesting and educational excursion and fun for all!
Language and Literature (Language A). Students take their studies in a language in which they are academically competent.
Language acquisition (Language B). A modern language course with an emphasis on understanding another culture through its language.
Individuals and Societies: Provides for the development of a critical appreciation of the nature and activities of human activities in history and the physical, economic and social environment that people inhabit.
Experimental Sciences: The exploration of concepts, theories, models and techniques that underpin each subject area and through these, develop their understanding of the scientific method.
Mathematics: The development of mathematical knowledge, concepts and principles and the development of logical, critical and creative thinking.
The Arts: Students develop their understanding of the dynamic and changing nature of the arts and explore the diversity of arts and learn to express themselves with confidence and competence. Students may opt to study an additional science, individuals and societies, or languages course, instead of a course in the arts.