The Science curriculum at KS3 is studied as discrete units of work delivered throughout Years 8 -10. These units are designed to cover a wide range of Biology, Chemistry and Physics topics as listed in the table below.
Course Outline
Biology
Cells
Reproduction
Respiration
Food/Diet
Circulation
Microbes and Disease
Ecology
Photosynthesis
Chemistry
Chemical reactions
Kinetic Theory
Elements Compounds and Mixtures
Metals and reactivity
Gases
Water/Solubility
Materials
Acid reactions
Physics
Energy
The Solar System
Light
Sound
Forces
Electricity
Our Key Stage 3 Science programmes are designed for our pupils:
- To have a well-informed awareness of the role and importance of science in everyday life.
- To develop methodical and analytical approaches to problem solving.
- To develop the ability to investigate new situations and ask appropriate questions.
- To develop practical skills, including the ability to plan and carry out investigations.
Skills and Capabilities
At the heart of the curriculum lies an emphasis on the development of skills and capabilities for life-long learning and for contributing effectively to society. These whole curriculum skills and capabilities consist of the Cross-Curricular Skills and Thinking Skills and Personal Capabilities. They are embedded and infused throughout the revised Northern Ireland Curriculum at Key Stage 3 and pupils should have opportunities to acquire, develop and demonstrate these skills in Science.
The Cross-Curricular skills of Communication, Using Mathematics, and Using Information and Communications Technology (ICT) are skills through which young people access knowledge.
The ability to think both critically and creatively and to develop personal and inter-personal skills and dispositions is essential for functioning effectively in a changing world. Therefore, the development of Thinking Skills and Personal Capabilities (TS&PC) is at the heart of the revised curriculum.
Enniskillen Royal Grammar School is a new academically selective voluntary grammar school that opened on 1 September 2016.
Enniskillen Royal Grammar School is co-educational and non-denominational.
Latest News
Gold Duke of Edinburgh Expedition Success
Congratulations to this year's Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award participants, who successfully completed their Gold Qualifying Expedition last week.
Over four days, the groups trekked approximately 80 km through the stunning but demanding Mourne Mountains. Throughout both their training and qualifying expeditions, they demonstrated exceptional determination, resilience and commitment, overcoming every challenge they encountered with positivity and perseverance.
The teams went from strength to strength as the expedition progressed, showing outstanding character, teamwork and attitude no matter what they faced. Their ability to support one another and work together impressed both the expedition leaders and assessor, who praised the high standard they maintained throughout.
It would not have been possible without the support, guidance and encouragement of all the leaders involved, and we would like to thank them sincerely for helping to make this achievement possible.
It has been an absolute pleasure to work with this fantastic group of young people over the past 12 months. They have been outstanding ambassadors for the Enniskillen Royal Grammar School Duke of Edinburgh Award and should be incredibly proud of everything they have achieved.
Congratulations to everyone on this outstanding accomplishment. We are extremely proud of you all!
Leitrim Lodge Group - Alex Crawford, Katie Judge-Orr, Hannah Longworth, Daniel Marlow and Lin Ruo Zhang
Rocky River Group - Emma Bullock, Abbey Johnston, Julia Kennedy and Emily Magee
Huge congratulations to Cillian Donaghy on an outstanding run of performances, setting three new Irish records in the Lightweight Men’s 17–18 category on the Concept2 RowErg.
💥 4 Minutes – 1,213 metres (Irish Record)
💥 10,000 metres – 37:50.2 (Irish Record)
💥 5,000 metres – 18:11.3 (Irish Record)
To set one Irish record is a remarkable achievement. To set three in such a short space of time is a testament to Cillian’s dedication, determination and relentless hard work.
Congratulations, Cillian! 👏
Congratulations to Ellie Dunlop who qualified in the 50m, 100m and 200m breaststroke as well as the individaul medley in the Irish Summer National Youth and Senior Championships in Dublin. Ellie reached the A finals in both the 50 m and 100m breaststroke and added a place in the B final of 200m breaststroke. Her standout result came in the 50 m breaststroke where she finished 5th in Ireland. Congratulations, Ellie.👏