Chemistry

Key Stage 5

What can students do to develop their skills in this subject area?

• Complete past paper questions.
• Use the resources on the V drive to go over content covered in lessons.
• Use Kerboodle to complete interactive activities that test knowledge and understanding.
• Keep notes/resources organised.

What wider reading can be completed to support the curriculum?

• New Scientist Magazine (articles are often posted on social media).
• RSC Magazine (requires subscription to the RSC but is often only £1 for students).
• Chemistry - Zach Brock.
• Principles of Biochemistry - Abraham White, Philip Handler and Emil Smith.
• Chemistry for Changing Times - John Hill, Terry McCreary and Doris Kolb.
• Materials Science - E. N. Ramsden.
• The Periodic Kingdom - P. W. Atkins.
• The Disappearing Spoon - Sam Kean.
• CGP Chemistry Revision Guide - OCR B.
• Maths Skills for A Level Chemistry (Oxford).

Lectures and Public Events:

• The Royal Society of Chemistry - www.rsc.org

What websites could students visit to support the curriculum?

www.ted.com
www.thenakedscientists.com
www.chemguide.co.uk
www.physicsandmathstutor.com/chemistry-revision
www.rsc.org
www.kerboodle.com
www.tollbaracademy.co.uk/about-vlebooks

How can parents/carers help and what can be done at home?

• Encourage students to participate in work experience and further enrichment to broaden scientific experiences.
• Encourage your son or daughter to assist with lower school extra-curricular clubs or support in lower school Science lessons.
• Purchase revision guides.
• Ensure your son or daughter has a good college/work/life balance.