Science in detail

Congratulations to A3 pupil Zander D for receiving ‘highly commended’ status for his essay entitled ‘Will Robots Replace Humans? in the 2020 Viasat Engineering Essay Prize.

Physics teacher Dr Mike Kearney has been awarded Chartered Science Teacher (CSciTeach) status, demonstrating commitment to his profession and recognising excellence in science teaching and learning.

Over the Easter holidays Bryanston’s science department held three competitions for pupils which included The Great Chemistry Menu (chemistry competition), Wildlife Photography (biology competition) and The Best Paper Aeroplane (physics competition).

Pupils in the lower sixth have the opportunity to work alongside a visiting group of Japanese pupils from Handa High School.

Not strictly science, but run by a physics teacher and of interest to many who enjoy science subjects. Is it an art form, craft or engineering discipline?

Bryanston has three hives and produces honey for sale at school events.

Aimed especially at pupils considering a future in medicine or veterinary science, this an opportunity to explore and discuss all the ‘cool science’ you don't get to learn from the syllabus; medical issues and concepts and everything in between. 

Using a ETX Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope and the clear air of Dorset enables members of the astronomy club to explore the heavens in the winter evenings.