Introduction

The Chemistry Department is part of the Faculty of Science and provides courses in Chemistry for senior students at years 11, 12 and 13 (forms 5, 6 and 7).

Chemistry courses aim to follow on from years 9 and 10 Science and are central to future study in Science, Engineering and Medicine at tertiary level. It also aims to teach the scientific method and develop analytical and lateral thinking skills in the students which are invaluable in any future career.

Two qualification pathways are available, the Cambridge International Examinations and the New Zealand Qualification Authority - NCEA (the New Zealand Certificate of Educational Achievement). Both are qualifications for university entrance while the former is somewhat more of an academic challenge for our more able students.

Staff

Mr K Simento - Head of Department
Mr G Beaumont - Master in charge NCEA Chemistry, Master in charge Form 3 Science
Dr G Carr
Mr M Cassidy (Term 1 2012)
Mr B Denny (from Term 2 2012)
Dr G Gillard
Mrs A Green
Mr J Knightly - Master in charge IGCSE Science
Mr S Lassche
Mr B Rivers (Term 1 2012) 
Mrs M McDonald - Laboratory Manager
Mrs P Bullock - Laboratory Technician