Chemistry

We take a practical, hands-on approach to Chemistry that both challenges and supports pupils to become critical and imaginative scientists.

Our highly experienced, specialist staff come from a range of backgrounds and cover the subject with a particular emphasis on experimental and the use of real-life examples to bring the subject to life. Importantly, they are as approachable as they are demanding, and encourage all students to share their own deep passion for the subject. 

Beyond laboratory and classroom, the Department is a member of the Learn Chemistry Partnership of the Royal Society of Chemistry, and we encourage pupils to take part in events such as the Chemistry Olympiad, Festivals of Chemistry and the VB. We also visit Christ Church University to attend a workshop on spectroscopy where pupils visit the analytical facilities and use NMR spectroscopy to determine the alcoholic content of different drinks.  

For those pupils seeking to specialise in Chemistry, St Edmund’s has much to offer. The school has an impressive track record for A-level Chemists going on to study Chemistry- related subjects, including Medicine, at degree level, aided by our use of new and influential science literature in lessons, and embracing of new technologies.