Hunters Hill High School

Opera Ad Maiora – By Hard Work to Greater Things

Telephone02 9817 4565

Emailhuntershd-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Science

Science is mandatory for all students from Year 7 to Year 10.

Science 7-10 provides a way of inquiring about the world around us. It explores evidence and investigates ways to discover, develop and produce solutions to real-world problems. Science emphasises the skills for working scientifically, as well as critical and creative thinking to address scientific issues.

In Years 11 and 12, students can choose from different science disciplines, including:

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Earth and Environmental Science
  • Investigating Science
  • Physics.

In Year 12, students who are studying at least one other science subject may also choose to study Science Extension.

An understanding and appreciation of the role of science in our lives is a vital component of an education for the future. To this end, the science faculty at Hunters Hill High School consistently delivers quality outcomes in science for students of all abilities.

Our experienced, energetic, and committed staff are the driving force behind the exceptional results our students have consistently achieved in the HSC (Higher School Certificate), Record of School Achievement (RoSA) and the recent Essential Science Secondary Assessment (ESSA) test for Year 8.

Programs focus clearly on current syllabus outcomes. Classroom teaching is linked closely to the needs and learning styles of students at all levels. A particular emphasis is on guided and open-ended investigations supported by traditional approaches to practical work.

Our faculty also offers extension for gifted and talented students and the Year 7 and 8 Need and Validity in Gifted and Talented Education (NAVIGATE) classes. These units are student centred and focus on real life learning experiences.

Students are also given the opportunity to participate in the Rio Tinto Big Science Competition, Australian National Chemistry Quiz and NSW Schools Titration Competition and many other national competitions.