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Key Stage 3 · Year 9 Science
Online KS3 Year 9 Science Course
Complete Key Stage 3 Science through a structured Year 9 course covering increasingly advanced Biology, Chemistry and Physics, from variation and chemical reactivity to electromagnetism, sound and space.
Students continue to develop scientific understanding through lesson activities, practical work, self-assessment and regular Tutor-marked Assignments.
Immediate access to the online course
18 lessons across six Science modules
Optional tutor marking, email support and printed materials
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£14.99 / month
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- Academic induction session and booking fee
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Course overview
Year 9 Science course at a glance
Complete Key Stage 3 Science through a structured home-study course covering increasingly advanced ideas in Biology, Chemistry and Physics, supported by practical work and regular assessment.
Course level
Key Stage 3 · Year 9
The final year of Oxford Home Schooling’s three-year Key Stage 3 Science programme.
Course structure
6 modules · 18 lessons
Study a varied programme of Biology, Chemistry and Physics across six structured modules.
Biology
Variation, plants and health
Explore variation, artificial selection, photosynthesis, plant reproduction, skeletons and health.
Chemistry
Reactivity and chemical patterns
Develop understanding of the reactivity series, gases, chemical patterns, pollution and applications of Chemistry.
Physics
Forces, magnetism and space
Study pressure, turning forces, speed, magnets, electromagnetism, sound, satellites, stars and galaxies.
Assignments
6 tutor-marked assignments
Each module concludes with a Tutor-marked Assignment to help students and parents monitor progress.
Practical work
Science activities at home
Practical activities are included throughout the course and can often be completed using accessible equipment.
Progression
Prepare for GCSE or IGCSE Science
Completing the KS3 programme provides a strong foundation for moving on to more advanced Science qualifications.
Complete your Key Stage 3 Science foundation
Year 9 brings together increasingly advanced Biology, Chemistry and Physics before students progress towards GCSE or IGCSE Science.
How it works
How your Year 9 Science course works
Work through a structured sequence of scientific explanations, activities and practical work, developing increasingly advanced knowledge across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
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Enrol and start online
Enrol at any time and receive immediate access to your online course. Your included academic induction session helps you understand the course and plan your studies.
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Develop your scientific knowledge
Work through Biology, Chemistry and Physics lessons with clear aims and explanations designed to extend your understanding progressively.
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Apply Science through activities
Practical and written activities help you apply scientific ideas, investigate questions and connect explanations with evidence and observation.
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Prepare for the next stage
Self-assessment and Tutor-marked Assignments help you check your understanding as you complete Key Stage 3 and prepare for GCSE or IGCSE Science.
Flexible additional support
Add personal support when you need it
The course can be studied independently using the lesson materials and activities. Tutor marking, email support, one-to-one tutorials and printed materials can be purchased separately when useful.
What you’ll study
Explore the Year 9 Science course content
The Year 9 course contains six modules and 18 structured lessons, ranging from variation, chemical reactivity and pressure through to electromagnetism, sound and the wider universe.
Module 1 Variation, Reactivity and Pressure Explore biological variation, the chemical reactivity series and pressure in Physics. 3 lessons
- Biology: Variation
- Chemistry: The Reactivity Series
- Physics: Pressure
Module 2 Selection, Chemical Patterns and Turning Forces Study artificial selection, patterns in Chemistry and the effects of turning forces. 3 lessons
- Biology: Artificial Selection
- Chemistry: Chemical Patterns
- Physics: Turning Forces
Module 3 Photosynthesis, Gases and Speed Explore how plants make food, investigate gases and develop understanding of speed. 3 lessons
- Biology: Photosynthesis
- Chemistry: Gases
- Physics: Speed
Module 4 Plants, Air Pollution and Magnets Study plants as food, examine air pollution and explore the behaviour of magnets. 3 lessons
- Biology: Plants as Food
- Chemistry: Air Pollution
- Physics: Magnets
Module 5 Plant Reproduction, Using Chemistry and Electromagnetism Explore plant reproduction, applications of Chemistry and the relationship between electricity and magnetism. 3 lessons
- Biology: Plant Reproduction
- Chemistry: Using Chemistry
- Physics: Electromagnetism
Module 6 Skeletons, Sound and Space Finish Key Stage 3 by studying skeletons and health, sound, satellites, stars and galaxies. 3 lessons
- Biology: Skeletons and Health
- Physics: Sound
- Physics: Satellites, Stars and Galaxies
A broad final year of Key Stage 3 Science
Year 9 combines increasingly advanced ideas from living systems, chemical change, forces, electromagnetism and space, providing a broad foundation for later Science study.
Assessment and progress
How progress is assessed in Year 9 Science
Students check their understanding throughout the course through lesson activities, self-assessment and a Tutor-marked Assignment at the end of every module.
Tutor-marked assignments
6 TMAs
6
Assignments
6
Course modules
1 per module
Progress check
Every module concludes with a Tutor-marked Assignment, giving students and parents a regular indication of how well scientific knowledge is progressing.
Self-assessment
Throughout the course
Regular
Lesson checks
Answers
Review learning
Discussion
With a parent
Lessons without a TMA include self-assessment activities designed to test what has been learned and support discussion with a parent or guardian.
Biology
Living systems and variation
Students demonstrate understanding of variation, selection, plants, reproduction and human biology.
Chemistry
Patterns and applications
Work includes chemical reactivity, gases, pollution and the practical uses of Chemistry.
Physics
Forces, fields and space
Students develop understanding of pressure, motion, magnetism, sound and the wider universe.
Parent support
Guidance for every module
Parents’ Guides include information about each lesson and suggested answers to self-assessment questions.
Completing Key Stage 3
Prepare for GCSE or IGCSE Science
Completing Year 9 brings together the scientific knowledge developed throughout Key Stage 3 and provides a strong foundation for the next stage of Science study.
Support & add-ons
Add extra Science support when you need it
Your course subscription provides the structured online materials and practical activities needed for independent study. Additional tutor support, marking and printed materials can be purchased separately whenever they would be useful.
Written feedback
Assignment marking
Submit individual course assignments and receive tutor feedback on scientific knowledge, reasoning, written answers and areas that need further development.
Assignment marking bundle£53.95
Practical Science
Home practical activities
Practical activities are built into the course and designed wherever possible to use accessible equipment at home, with adult supervision where necessary.
Practical activities Included with the course
Ongoing guidance
Email Tutor Support
Ask Science questions by email while working through the course and receive help when a biological, chemical or physical idea needs further explanation.
Email Tutor Support£10.00 / month
Live tuition
One-to-one tutorials
Book an individual online session with a tutor to work through difficult scientific ideas, strengthen understanding or prepare for the next stage of Science study.
Tutorial time Purchased separately
Printed materials
Science course pack
Add a printed, spiral-bound copy of the course materials if you prefer to read, annotate, record results and complete activities away from the screen.
Printed course materials£40.00
Flexible by design
Choose only what you need
Study independently using the course materials and practical activities, then add tutor marking, email support, tutorials or printed materials if your needs change.
Explore your options
See all available Science support
Prospective students can compare the different support services. Existing students can purchase Science marking, tutorials and other course-specific add-ons through their account.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about the Year 9 Science course
Find answers about the course structure, practical Science, assessment, tutor support and progression from Key Stage 3 to GCSE or IGCSE Science.
Can I start the Year 9 Science course at any time?
Yes. You can enrol and begin studying when it suits you, then work through the course at a pace that fits your home education timetable.
How is the Year 9 Science course structured?
Year 9 contains 18 lessons arranged across six modules, covering increasingly advanced topics in Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Do I need to have completed Years 7 and 8 first?
Year 9 forms the final part of a three-year Key Stage 3 programme and builds on scientific understanding developed during the earlier years.
Can practical Science still be studied at home?
Yes. Many practical activities are designed to be carried out safely at home using readily available equipment. Adult supervision and risk assessment are required where appropriate.
How many Tutor-marked Assignments are there?
There are six Tutor-marked Assignments, with one at the end of each module.
Is tutor marking included in the subscription?
The course contains all six Tutor-marked Assignments. Tutor marking is purchased separately, allowing you to add marking when it would be useful.
Are there self-assessment activities?
Yes. Lessons without a Tutor-marked Assignment include self-assessment activities designed to test understanding and support discussion of progress.
Can I get help from a Science tutor?
Yes. Optional support includes assignment marking, Email Tutor Support and one-to-one online tutorials.
Is there guidance for parents?
Yes. Each module includes a Parents’ Guide with information about the lessons and suggested answers to the self-assessment questions.
What comes after Year 9 Science?
Year 9 completes the Key Stage 3 Science programme. Students should then be well placed to progress to a GCSE or IGCSE Science course.
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Enrol at any time and complete Key Stage 3 Science through a structured, flexible home-study course covering increasingly advanced Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
- Start studying at any time
- Immediate access to the online course
- Build strong foundations for GCSE or IGCSE Science
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