Year 10 Science
A hands-on journey through the NSW Science syllabus — building scientific thinking through inquiry-based learning and practical investigation.
Course Structure
Forty lessons across four terms
Each term explores a different domain of science, building skills and knowledge progressively.
Reactions
Understanding chemical and nuclear reactions
The Law of Conservation of Mass
- Explain the meaning of the law of conservation of mass
- Conduct a practical investigation to demonstrate the law of conservation of mass in a chemical reaction
- Investigate and explain how mass is conserved in closed systems
Writing Chemical Formulas
- Use IUPAC naming conventions to construct the chemical formula for common ionic and covalent compounds
- Represent chemical reactions, by predicting products and writing word and balanced chemical equations with states
- Model simple chemical reactions to show that atoms are rearranged and mass is conserved during a reaction
Features of a Reaction
- Determine the features of reactions by conducting synthesis, decomposition, displacement and neutralisation reactions
- Identify pH as the measure of acidity and compare the pH of a range of common substances to the pH of pure water
- Use pH indicators or meters to measure the pH change of neutralisation reactions
Rates of Chemical Reactions
- Investigate and explain how concentration, surface area, temperature and catalysts affect the rate of reactions
- Conduct a practical investigation to test a measurable hypothesis with a cause-and-effect relationship
- Graph data that communicates the investigation findings in a scientific report
Nuclear Reactions Part 1
- Describe the conditions that cause a nucleus to be unstable
Nuclear Reactions Part 2
- Represent alpha and beta reactions as nuclear reactions
- Describe nuclear fission and nuclear fusion
Applications of Radioisotopes
- Evaluate the societal benefits and considerations of using radioisotopes in medicine, industry and environmental monitoring
Reactions in Context
- Investigate a chemical or nuclear reaction used in industry to produce an important product
- Outline the impacts on the environment of nuclear reactions, including raw materials, production stages and nuclear waste
Topic Test
- Assessment of all Term 1 content
Review
- Feedback and reflection on Term 1 learning
Structured learning materials
Every page is carefully selected and organized with clarity and understanding in mind — materials designed to support the KEY Method approach.
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Designed for scientific understanding
Our Science materials build conceptual understanding through clear explanations, diagrams, and experiments that develop scientific literacy.
Our Approach
The KEY Method in Science
Every lesson is designed around three principles: structured Knowledge, active Engagement, and measurable Yield — all informed by your child's MindPrint cognitive profile.
Hands-On Learning
Science comes alive through practical investigations and experiments that build genuine understanding, not just memorization.
Inquiry-Based Approach
Students learn to ask questions, design experiments, and think like scientists — developing critical thinking skills for life.
Real-World Connections
Every concept is linked to everyday phenomena and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge systems, making science relevant and engaging.
Progressive Mastery
Skills and knowledge build systematically across terms, creating a strong foundation for senior science subjects.
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Every lesson is tailored to your child's unique cognitive profile. MindPrint assessment reveals how your child processes information, allowing us to adapt pacing, structure, and task design to their specific strengths and challenges.
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Designed for deep understanding
Practical focus
Regular hands-on experiments develop scientific skills and deepen conceptual understanding.
Conceptual clarity
Complex ideas broken down into clear, logical steps that make sense to young minds.
Syllabus aligned
Full coverage of NSW Science syllabus outcomes with strategic sequencing.
Continuous feedback
Regular checkpoints and reviews ensure understanding before moving forward.
Curriculum Alignment
This course follows the NSW Science Syllabus for Stage 5, covering all outcomes for Year 10 students. Content is sequenced to build scientific skills and conceptual understanding progressively.
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