Year 7 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.
Solutions and Mixtures
Understanding the building blocks of our world
States of Matter and Particle Movement
- Identify the 3 main states of matter and how they are represented in the movement of water on earth
- Represent changes in the state of matter in terms of particle arrangement and movement
- Compare the properties of matter in different states, including the relative strength of attractive forces
Properties of Water
- Investigate the other physical properties of water, such as density, buoyancy and surface tension
- Determine the volume and mass of regular-shaped and irregular-shaped objects to calculate their density
- Conduct a practical investigation to measure the density of water and other substances
Investigating Solubility
- Investigate what substances dissolve in water using key terms: soluble, insoluble, solubility, solute, solvent and solution
- Conduct and document a practical investigation to measure solubility of different solutes in water
- Qualitatively investigate the effect of temperature on solubility
Solubility and Solutions
- Qualitatively investigate the effect of temperature on solubility
- Describe how solutions can be modelled using particle theory
- Compare the properties of dilute, concentrated, saturated and supersaturated solutions
Classifying and Separating Matter
- Distinguish between atoms, mixtures and compounds and explain their properties using particle theory
- Classify matter as pure substances and impure substances based on their particle composition
- Explain how the physical properties of substances are used to separate mixtures
Heating Water and Changes of States
- Conduct an investigation to measure and graph the temperature of water to identify the changes of state as heated over time
Separating Mixtures - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples & Industry
- Investigate techniques used by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples to separate mixtures
- Investigate an industrial separation technique
Water Pollution and Removing Pollutants
- Model how a body of water can become polluted, and plan and conduct a practical investigation that attempts to remove the pollutants
Topic Test
- Assessment of all Term 1 content
Review
- Consolidation and feedback 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 4, covering all outcomes for Year 7 students. Content is sequenced to build scientific skills and conceptual understanding progressively.
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