Why We Study Science 

Helps us understand the world around us, from living organisms to the forces that shape our universe. At Harris Academy South Norwood, students learn to appreciate how science impacts everyday life, from healthcare and the environment to technology and innovation. The subject builds confidence in using critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills, encouraging students to question, explore, and make sense of the world.

What Studying Science Is Like at HASN

In Science lessons, students study Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, exploring a wide range of ideas through practical experiments, demonstrations, and discussion. Lessons provide opportunities to investigate scientific concepts, analyse results, and apply knowledge to real-life situations.

Students regularly engage in practical work, develop their investigative skills, and learn how to form hypotheses and test them using evidence. They also build confidence in explaining scientific ideas clearly and considering different possible explanations.

Science at HASN is taught in a supportive and engaging environment, where curiosity is encouraged, questions are welcomed, and students are challenged to think deeply. Through collaboration and discussion, students build confidence and develop the skills needed for further study, including pathways into STEM careers.

All Science curriculum documents appear below: