Goodbye and Good Luck Year 11!
After 2 years of hard work, the first astronomy class at Walton high school left for study leave on Friday. We wish them the best of luck for their exam in a few days time! Hopefully your hard work will pay off :) Good Luck Year 11!
GCSE Astronomy At Walton High SchoolAbout GCSE Astronomy
■ It complements the Key Stage 4 science programme of study, for GCSE Science and GCSE Additional Science. In the context of astronomy it supports students’ understanding of How Science Works. ■ It contributes to the post-16 curriculum, especially if studied alongside GCE Physics or in the context of adult education. ■ It enriches the science curriculum across the full ability range, but is also suitable to provide stretch and challenge to gifted and talented students. ■ Students will undertake practical observations when studying this qualification and will collect first-hand data and make observations following the same process as professional astronomers. 
One of the lovely space themed cakes made by my Year 11 Astronomers
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"Striving for Success" Key subject aims
This qualification aims to give students the opportunity to: ■ Develop their curiosity and enthusiasm for astronomy and to take an informed interest in current astronomical investigations, discoveries and space exploration ■ Acquire knowledge and understanding of astronomy theory and practice and the skills needed to investigate a wide range of astronomy contexts ■ Appreciate that the study and practice of astronomy are co-operative and cumulative activities and to appreciate the links between astronomy and other branches of science ■ Promote an awareness that the study and practice of astronomy are subject to economic, technical, ethical and cultural influences and limitations, and that the applications of astronomy and space exploration may be both beneficial and detrimental to the individual and the community ■ Enhance their science studies and learn about different aspects of science, alongside their other science courses ■ Progress to further and higher education courses in the fields of astronomy or physics. |
London Royal Observatory Trip 20/11/14
On the 20th of November the Astronomy GCSE group travelled to London bright and early to go to the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. it was a fantastic day, setting clocks to GMT, standing in the east and the west at the same time, and attending various workshops and activities. Just a few of the photos taken are below.
