Chemistry

Chemistry at Rydal Penrhos School is not just a “flash in the pan” subject with a particular penchant for practical skills. We aim to discover the hidden secrets that the ancients could not see. The journey starts with a nucleus of an idea, orbiting around the concept, until we gain sufficient impetus to become highly charged about a particular subject. We then deviate along rainbow streets with chromatic colours and separate off into individual aspects of the course.

"The journey starts with a nucleus of an idea"

Nevertheless, it would not be the same if our travels did not take in the smoke and smells of ‘Flash Bang Alley’. Come and see, smell and experience what we have in store in Rydal Penrhos School’s Chemistry Department.

Year 11 Chemistry competition winners

Why study Chemistry?

To stimulate and sustain the pupil’s interest in and enjoyment of chemistry
To stimulate and sustain the pupil’s interest in and capacity for learning in general
To develop the pupil’s problem solving, data-handling, evaluative thinking and practical abilities
To show some of the social, economic and environmental significance and consequences of chemistry
To provide pupils with a body of knowledge and understanding suitable for those who will go on to study chemistry and pharmacy at Higher Education and for those who will study medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, biochemistry, geology and environmental science