Learning Areas  >  Science

About the Learning Area

The Science Learning Area places a strong emphasis on practical activities and newer technologies such as data logging, simulation and diagnostic software are incorporated wherever appropriate.

Highly qualified laboratory staff support the teaching staff and we have excellent, well-equipped laboratory facilities.

The School has five 'state of the art' Science laboratories and a Psychology room on the third floor of the Milikan Building. The laboratories were specially designed for each subject area with two for Chemistry, two for Biology and one for Physics. They are contemporary laboratories designed to optimise science students' creativity, practical experiences and learning outcomes.

Extension Programs

There are extensive extension program opportunities including:

Analytical Chemical Instrumentation Day
Senior Chemistry students are visited by practising analytical chemists for a day and the students gain access to a range of equipment that is not available in a school setting.

Science Week offers guest lectures, activities and competitions.

Rio Tinto National Quantifying Examination in Chemistry, Physics and Biology is a prestigious and challenging competition tested at Year 12/University standard. Successful entrants attend a two-week workshop at the Australian National University in January and may also be invited to sit for the International Qualifying examination which in turn may lead to membership of the four member national team. 

National Youth Science Forum: We encourage all students to nominate themselves for this activity.

Royal Australian Chemical Institute, Chemical Analysis Competition - Titration Stakes: this is an opportunity for students to practise their analytical skills and compete in this Australia-wide competition. 

Australian National Chemistry Quiz - nominated Years 10, 11 and 12 students may compete in this challenging competition.

Mentoring in the Junior School: Mentoring programs bringing Senior School students together with Junior School students.