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Chemistry
Chemistry remains a very popular subject at Clifton. Everyone takes the subject up to GCSE; most do Chemistry as a separate subject and some do Chemistry as part of "Dual Science". There are, at present, nearly 100 students studying A-Level Chemistry.
| Head of Chemistry |
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 Dr Tim Greene MA DPhil |
| Teachers |
| Mr Oliver Dunning BSc
Mr Jonathan Gardner MChem Mr Peter Middleton MA Mrs Ruth Williams BSc Ms Laura Cocker MChem |
| Chief Chemistry Technician |
| Miss Jacky Baldwin BSc |
| Chemistry Assistant |
| Mrs Sam Randall |
Resources
Following a recent extensive refurbishment the department now boasts five large laboratories each equipped with four fume cupboards as well as a provision for the latest in ICT.
Teaching
Chemistry at Clifton is a very practical subject with experimental work seen as the core of the course both up to GCSE and A Level. Pupils in years 9,10 and 11 have three 40 minute periods with their Chemistry teacher each week. Sixth form students are taught by two teachers and have 4 lessons with each teacher each week. As part of the A-Level course, the Lower Sixth do a series of 1 hour practical tests while the Upper Sixth carry out an investgation over a period of 3 to 4 weeks.
Olympiad and Chemistry Clubs
The department runs an Olympiad Group for the more able pupils with recent successes to build upon for next year. Chemistry Club is ever popular and groups of interested pupils from all years are offered the chance to do new, exciting and fun Chemistry experiments to include work on Chocolate, Fireworks, Slime, Diaper absorbency and Smart materials.
Academic Support
The department offers extra sessions in the Stone Library each Tuesday and there is extra support for any pupil who feels they need help, from those applying to Oxbridge to those struggling with exam topics at any level.
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