Lower School (Key Stage 3)

Lower Primary School Biology Online

Description

Cambridge Lower School Biology offers comprehensive online biology lessons specifically tailored for secondary school students. Our programme aims not only to educate but also to instil a passion for biology. It is meticulously crafted to elevate both confidence and enjoyment in the subject, particularly at the Key Stage 3 level. As a premier secondary school biology online platform, our focus is to provide a comprehensive educational experience that excites, informs, and skills young biologists in an online setting.

Assessment

Assessment is a continuous process and is conducted throughout our LIVE TAUGHT lessons. Our teachers are committed to the marking of coursework, assignments, and administering summative tests to evaluate the students’ grasp of the material. This hands-on approach ensures that online biology classes for secondary school students meet the highest educational standards.

Homework

Homework is an integral part of the learning process and is distributed bi-weekly. Assignments typically include researching key biological concepts, quizzes for recapitulation, and completion of coursework. These tasks are designed to reinforce what has been taught in the online biology lessons for Key Stage 3 students and to encourage deeper engagement with the subject.

Reporting

Parents are given unrestricted 24/7 access to all aspects of their children’s academic progress, including coursework, grades, and teacher feedback. This open line of communication allows parents to keep abreast of their child’s performance in our online biology classes for secondary school students. Additionally, consultations with teachers can be arranged at mutually convenient times to discuss progress or address any concerns.

By enrolling your child in Cambridge Lower School Biology, you are ensuring a high-quality, enriching experience in the world of online biology education.

Course Outline

Biology is the study of the biological world, what it looks like and how it works. Lower School Biology at Cambridge Home School is informed by the English National Curriculum Key Stage 3 Programmes of study. This ensures pupils have the expected knowledge, skills and understanding to progress to Upper School at any English school.

Key Topics Taught

1. Cells

2. Structure and function of body systems

3. Reproduction

4. Health and lifestyle

5. Ecosystems

6. Adaptation and inheritance

7. New technology: to include Genetics, Genetic engineering and Cloning

8. Turning points in biology: to include Vaccines, Antibiotics and DNA

9. Detection: to include DNA fingerprinting and Pathology

Equipment

No specialised equipment required.

Online Secondary School Biology FAQ

What is the Cambridge lower school biology designed for?

Cambridge Lower School Biology aims to inspire and educate young biologists by providing online classes. The course not only cultivates an interest and confidence in Biology but also prepares students at the Key Stage 3 level for future educational progression.

How are primary school biology online assessments conducted?

Assessments for online primary school biology are ongoing and consist of live taught lessons, grading of coursework and assignments, and summative tests. Teachers continuously monitor and assess students’ performance.

What type of homework is provided in online secondary school biology?

For secondary school biology, homework is assigned every fortnight. These assignments typically consist of researching essential concepts, engaging in quizzes for review, and completing coursework that relates to the subject matter.

How can parents keep track of their child’s performance in secondary school biology classes?

Parents can have round-the-clock access to their children’s coursework, grades, and teacher feedback. Additionally, parents have the option to set up consultations with teachers at times that are convenient for both parties.

What are the key topics covered in the biology course?

The course covers an array of topics informed by the English National Curriculum Key Stage 3 Programmes of study. These topics include Cells, Body Systems, Reproduction, Health and Lifestyle, Ecosystems, Adaptation and Inheritance, and new advancements such as Genetics and Cloning.

The Teacher

From Mrs. Perkins

I am Head of Biology at Cambridge Home School. I have a first class BSc in Biology and a Masters degree in Primate Conservation from Oxford University.  I am also a qualified secondary school teacher with a PGCE.

Before becoming a teacher, I worked in a lot of animal environments such as a dairy farm and a Big Cat zoo. I also volunteered to go to a rainforest in Honduras, Central America to study the behaviour of black Howler monkeys.

I am passionate about Biology and love to share this with my students. There really is no better feeling than the satisfaction of watching young minds grow!

Mrs. Perkins - Cambridge Home School - Biology, Chemistry and Physics

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