Chemistry is at the heart of life. All life processes such as respiration and digestion involve chemical reactions. Most substances that we depend on, such as plastics, alloys, detergents, clothing fibres, solvents, medicines, fertilisers, explosives, etc. have been developed by chemists. Many students find that Chemistry becomes even more fascinating and fulfilling as they study it at A Level. The main reasons for choosing Chemistry are enjoyment of the subject and the ability to do it. However, Chemistry is also a very highly respected subject with university admission tutors and employers. The subject brings together a wide range of skills in a unique way, including for example problem-solving, practical, theoretical, conceptual and mathematical skills. Many students take Chemistry as their one and only science and are very successful indeed. However, with Chemistry being the central science, many students take Chemistry alongside Biology and/or Physics. Many also study some Mathematics (AS or A Level), which is helpful but by no means essential. We run a 6th Form Chemical Society designed to go beyond and take Chemistry deeper. This looks at fascinating areas of everyday Chemistry such as how non-stick Tefal sticks to a frying pan, how self-cleaning glass works, what causes fluorescence, etc.
All students wishing to join our Sixth Form in September 2024 are required to achieve a minimum of six grade 6s at GCSE, and at least a grade 6 in the subjects they intend to study. Most successful external applicants will be predicted higher, and subsequently achieve grades 9 - 7 (or equivalent A*-B) in their GCSE subjects.
A level: There are three examinations with a mixture of multiple choice, short and long answer questions. Practical endorsement: Teachers assess your ability carry out, analyse and evaluate practicals while you do them. This leads to the practical endorsement, which is graded as pass/fail.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Clotherholme Road, Ripon, HG4 2DG |
Chemistry is at the heart of life. All life processes such as respiration and digestion involve chemical reactions. Most substances that we depend on, such as plastics, alloys, detergents, clothing fibres, solvents, medicines, fertilisers, explosives, etc. have been developed by chemists. Many students find that Chemistry becomes even more fascinating and fulfilling as they study it at A Level. The main reasons for choosing Chemistry are enjoyment of the subject and the ability to do it. However, Chemistry is also a very highly respected subject with university admission tutors and employers. The subject brings together a wide range of skills in a unique way, including for example problem-solving, practical, theoretical, conceptual and mathematical skills. Many students take Chemistry as their one and only science and are very successful indeed. However, with Chemistry being the central science, many students take Chemistry alongside Biology and/or Physics. Many also study some Mathematics (AS or A Level), which is helpful but by no means essential. We run a 6th Form Chemical Society designed to go beyond and take Chemistry deeper. This looks at fascinating areas of everyday Chemistry such as how non-stick Tefal sticks to a frying pan, how self-cleaning glass works, what causes fluorescence, etc.
All students wishing to join our Sixth Form in September 2024 are required to achieve a minimum of six grade 6s at GCSE, and at least a grade 6 in the subjects they intend to study. Most successful external applicants will be predicted higher, and subsequently achieve grades 9 - 7 (or equivalent A*-B) in their GCSE subjects.
A level: There are three examinations with a mixture of multiple choice, short and long answer questions. Practical endorsement: Teachers assess your ability carry out, analyse and evaluate practicals while you do them. This leads to the practical endorsement, which is graded as pass/fail.