GCSE Science, English & Mathematics Revision
Charterhouse welcomes GCSE pupils from local secondary schools for an intensive two-day revision course during the Easter holidays, covering English, Mathematics, Physics and Biology. The course is taught by Charterhouse teachers and some colleagues from other schools.
Aims
To support local young people in their GCSE revision
To share Charterhouse's expertise and facilities in science and maths with others
To promote and support outstanding local attainment in GCSE maths and sciences
Background
The Charterhouse Science and Maths Department have been providing similar courses for many years.
Resources
100 pupils per day, from 8.45am - 3pm
Staff (teachers and technicians) from Charterhouse and elsewhere
Science labs, catering, equipment etc
Costs met by Charterhouse.
Impact
Feedback forms are given to pupils, with consistently outstanding comments and scores.
Comments from pupils:
Chemistry practical work was particularly valuable as we are only able to do it once in school
The exam practice questions were useful and the different teachers’ ideas and teaching styles
The small group sizes were useful
It was useful to cover topics that I didn’t understand
Parent comment:
Working in such a fantastic environment gave her a boost and she came home upbeat and optimistic about her revision.
Pupil Involvement
100 Year 11 pupils per day are welcomed to Charterhouse for this course
Frequency
Annual