This slide deck covers the Infection and Response unit for GCSE Double Science (Combined) Science. It is designed to follow the AQA specification, but can be adapted for any exam board as KS4 is set by UK Gov. Core Content Covered: Pathogens: Introduction to bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protists, including how they spread. Natural Defenses: The body’s primary lines of defense, including the skin, respiratory system, and stomach acid. White Blood Cells: A detailed look at phagocytosis, antibody production, and antitoxin production. Vaccination: The mechanism of how vaccines work and their role in herd immunity. Antibiotics & Resistance: The use of antibiotics for bacterial infections and the growing concern of antibiotic resistance. Drug Discovery & Testing: The history of drug discovery (e.g., penicillin) and the modern stages of clinical trials. Key Features: AQA Alignment: Content is specifically mapped to the AQA Coordinated Science (Double Award) criteria. Integrated Assessment: Includes embedded past paper questions throughout the presentation to check student understanding in real-time. Mark Schemes Included: Full answers and marking criteria follow each question set to facilitate self or peer-assessment. Visual Aids: Clear diagrams and flowcharts to help students visualize cellular processes and the immune response. Suitability: This resource is suitable for initial teaching, whole-topic revision, or as a structured independent study guide for students.

These slides cover the essential theoretical concepts of Waves for the IGCSE Physics KS4 curriculum. They focus on building conceptual understanding of light, sound, and the electromagnetic spectrum, without the mathematical calculations. This is to assist students who may struggle with the abstract concepts, although might be strong in the maths. Topics Included: Wave Properties: Key theory for Light and Sound. Optics: Refraction, Dispersion, and Total Internal Reflection (TIR). Lenses: Comparison of Convex and Concave types. EM Radiation: Full breakdown of the spectrum and its practical uses. Edexcel past paper questions are embedded throughout the slides to check understanding and practice exam technique. But lesson could be applied to any exam board.

A set of slides covering the various mechanisms that control gene expression. This resource is tailored to the AQA A-Level specification and moves from transcriptional control through to the development of cancer. Included Topics: Transcription Factors & Oestrogen: How oestrogen initiates transcription by binding to receptors and activating transcriptional factors. Epigenetics: A look at how environmental factors affect gene expression through DNA methylation and histone acetylation. RNA Interference (RNAi): The role of siRNA in the breakdown of mRNA to prevent translation. Sickle Cell Anaemia: A case study on gene mutation and its effects on protein structure. Cancer Biology: The role of tumour suppressor genes and proto-oncogenes, and how abnormal methylation can lead to tumour development. Resource Highlights: Embedded Exam Questions: Past paper questions are integrated into the slides to test knowledge at key points. Mark Schemes Included: Full answers are provided for every question to help students understand exactly what examiners are looking for. Diagrams: Visual aids are used to explain complex processes like the siRNA pathway and epigenetic changes.

A clear and set of slides covering the nutrient cycles as required for the AQA A-Level Biology specification. This resource is designed to simplify the biochemical stages of each cycle while providing plenty of opportunities for exam practice. Core Topics: The Nitrogen Cycle: Covers nitrogen fixation, ammonification, nitrification, and denitrification, including the roles of specific bacteria. The Phosphorus Cycle: Explains the role of weathering, absorption by plants, and the importance of mycorrhizae. Fertilisers & Eutrophication: A breakdown of how nutrient runoff affects ecosystems. Biological Molecules: Brief links to why these cycles are essential for the production of DNA, ATP, and proteins. Key Resource Features: Embedded Exam Questions: Includes actual AQA past paper questions to check understanding as you go. Answers Included: Mark schemes are provided on the following slides for immediate feedback and self-assessment. Visual Aids: Uses clear diagrams to help students visualise the flow of nutrients through an ecosystem.

Electricity Master the conceptual side of Electricity with this comprehensive, theory-focused slide deck. Specifically designed for the IGCSE Physics specification, this resource tackles the “why” and “how” behind the physics—perfect for students who excel at maths but struggle with descriptive, long-answer questions or the abstract ideas in electricity. For Edexcel but can be applied to any board. What’s covered: Core Fundamentals: Electricity basics and the physics of Static Electricity. Current & Circuits: A deep dive into AC vs. DC and the conceptual differences between Series and Parallel circuits. Electromagnetism: How Transformers function (theory and structure). Key Resource Highlights: Zero Maths Focus: Dedicated entirely to the qualitative theory and conceptual explanations required by the course. Exam-Ready: Includes embedded past paper questions directly from Edexcel IGCSE papers to build student confidence. Extensive Content: 4–5 hours of high-quality teaching material and student problems. Industry Standard: Clear, accurate diagrams and terminology that align with current mark schemes.

GCSE Combined Physics: Newton’s Laws & F=ma Master the foundations of dynamics with this lesson on Newton’s Three Laws of Motion. Designed specifically for the IGCSE Combined Science curriculum, this resource breaks down complex physical principles into digestible, exam-focused modules. What’s included: Newton’s First Law: Understanding inertia and how balanced forces result in constant velocity or rest. Newton’s Second Law (F=ma): Guide to calculating force, mass, and acceleration, including unit conversions and rearranging the formula. Newton’s Third Law: Mastery of interaction pairs—identifying equal and opposite forces in various contexts. Practical Application: Strategies for solving “resultant force” problems. Key Resource Highlights: Exam-Drilled: Includes AQA-style past paper questions to familiarise students with specific command words and mark scheme requirements. Versatile Design: While tailored to AQA, the content is fully aligned with OCR, Edexcel, and Eduqas specifications.

Take your students on a journey in physics with this, “ready-to-teach” lesson on the History of the Atom. Specifically mapped to the AQA GCSE Chemistry (9-1) specification, this resource simplifies the transition from Dalton’s solid spheres to the nuclear model we use today. This lesson is designed to reduce teacher workload while maximizing student engagement and exam performance. What’s Included? Slide Deck: Visuals and clear explanations of key milestones: John Dalton’s “Solid Sphere” model. J.J. Thomson’s Plum Pudding Model and the discovery of the electron. Ernest Rutherford’s Alpha Particle Scattering Experiment (the turning point!). Niels Bohr’s electron shells. James Chadwick’s discovery of the neutron. Embedded Assessment: Integrated AQA-style past paper questions with mark schemes to provide instant feedback and clarify common misconceptions (e.g., the difference between the “plum pudding” and “nuclear” models). Interactive Student Handout: A printable “History of the Atom” summary table. Students fill this in during the lesson to create a revision anchor. Plenary Activity: A “Match the Scientist to the Discovery” quick-fire quiz. Key Learning Objectives Describe why the new evidence from the scattering experiment led to a change in the atomic model. Compare the Plum Pudding model with the Nuclear model (a frequent 4-6 mark exam question). Teacher Benefits AQA Aligned: Covers 4.1.1.3 of the specification. Differentiated: Content is accessible for Foundation students while providing depth required for Higher Tier. Zero Prep: Just download and teach.

Plant reproductive organs. Fertilsation. Pollination. Embryo Sac formation. Double fertilisation. Pollen tube formation. Includes past paper questions from Edexcel B papers with answers. Can be used for any exam board.

Slides on a recap of nerves. Muscle contraction, myofibrils, and actin/myosin interaction. Embedded past paper questions from AQA past papers plus answers. Applies to all mark schemes.

Male and female reproduction. Oogenesis and spermatogenesis. Fertilisation and embryo development. IVF covered also. Embedded past paper questions plus answers included. For Edexcel B but applies to any board.

A-Level Biology: Meiosis & Gametogenesis Upgrade your teaching materials with this comprehensive slide deck covering the complexities of Meiosis and gamete formation. While designed for the Edexcel B specification, the depth of content is perfectly suited for AQA, OCR, and CIE boards. What’s included: Essential Recaps: Bridges the gap from GCSE with clear summaries of the cell cycle, mitosis, and chromosome structure. The Meiotic Process: Step-by-step visualisations of Meiosis I and II. Sources of Variation: Detailed coverage of Crossing Over and Independent Assortment. Gametogenesis: A complete breakdown of Spermatogenesis and Oogenesis, including the differences in timing and cellular results.

This comprehensive set of instructional slides covers the fundamental principles of cell biology and virology. The resource transitions from basic cellular classification to the detailed structural analysis of pathogens and organelles. Embedded past exam questions and answers from Edexcel B. However, the slides can be used for any specification. Core Content Areas: Cell Classification: Eukaryote cell structure including all major organelles. Detailed comparison between Eukaryotes and Prokaryotes, including the specific composition of the peptidoglycan cell wall in bacterial cells. Organelle Analysis: A comparative study of mitochondria and chloroplasts, focusing on structural similarities and functional differences. **Virology: ** An overview of virus structure and classification. Includes specific case studies required for Edexcel, on: Tobacco Mosaic Virus (TMV) Lambda Phage HIV Ebola **Microscopy and Quantitative Skills: ** An introduction to microscopy techniques and a step-by-step guide on how to calculate actual cell size and magnification using the magnification formula. **Diagram-Led: ** Includes clear structural diagrams of viruses and cell types to support visual learners. **Skill-Based: ** Includes practice opportunities for magnification calculations.

Nutrient Cycle slides on the Nitrogen Cycle. Includes embedded past paper questions and answers from the mark scehem for AQA Biology, but can apply to any board.

GCSE Mass Weight Gravity slides with embedded exam problems.

For Edexcel but applies to all boards. Osmosis, Diffusion and Active Transport, including exam style problems to go over (with mark schemes).

Gene Expression (recap of transcription and translation, plus gene control, e.g. Metylation and Acetylation). Includes slides on benign v malignant tumours. For AQA but can apply to any board. Includes past paper questions embedded in the text plus the answers.

Nutrient Cycle Slides - AQA Biology - Includes embedded exam questions. Nutrient cycles and phosphate cycles.

A Level Plant Reproduction. Slides with past paper questions embedded within the slide show (plus answers). For Edexcel Biology.

Edexcel A Level Slides, including embedded real past paper questions and answers. Cell Cycle and Mitosis.

Meiosis slides plus past paper questions for Edexcel A Level Biology.

Animal reproduction slides including past paper questions embedded for A Level Biology. Edexcel.