GCSE Science Practical Grids with SEND

Chemistry, Biology & Physics Diagnostic Grids – Papers 1 & 2
Teacher • Student • SEND Versions Included
Complete Required Practicals Assessment Pack
This comprehensive resource covers all GCSE Science Required Practicals across Biology, Chemistry and Physics (Papers 1 & 2).
It includes Teacher Diagnostic Grids, Student Self‑Assessment Grids, and SEND‑Friendly Grids for every practical — all fully aligned with the AQA specification.
Perfect for
Whole‑department use
Practical skills assessment
Revision and intervention
SEND support and scaffolding
Evidence for Ofsted and SLT
What’s Included
Biology – Papers 1 & 2
Microscopy
Microbiology
Osmosis
Enzymes
Food Tests
Photosynthesis
Reaction Time
Germination
Fieldwork / Ecology
Decay
Chemistry – Papers 1 & 2
Making Salts
Electrolysis
Temperature Changes
Titration
Rates of Reaction
Chromatography
Water Purification
Identifying Ions
Physics – Papers 1 &
Specific Heat Capacity
Thermal Insulation
I–V Characteristics
Density
Hooke’s Law
Acceleration
Waves (Ripple Tank)
Radiation & Absorption
✔ Clear skill descriptors for each practical
✔ Progression language: Needs Help → Getting There → Secure → Mastery
✔ Student‑friendly versions with simplified wording
✔ SEND‑adapted grids with scaffolded verbs and accessible phrasing
✔ Space for teacher comments and targets
✔ Consistent layout across all sciences
✔ Ideal for tracking progress over time
✔ Perfect for practical‑skills revision
SEND‑Friendly Features
Scaffolded verbs (“Needs help”, “With support”, “On my own”, “I can explain it”)
Clear, accessible language
Predictable layout
Space for reflection
Supports learners with processing, sequencing and memory needs
How to Use
Use in lessons during or after each practical
Add to student booklets or revision folders
Use as evidence for practical skills development
Support SEND learners with structured, accessible assessment
Track progress across the year or key stage
Who Is This For?
GCSE Science teachers
Heads of Science
SEND departments
Tutors and intervention staff
Students revising for Paper 1 and Paper 2
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