During Years 7, 8 and 9 students investigate different aspects of the physical and natural world. Students will be given the opportunity to explore how scientists apply the scientific method in their research of the natural and physical laws that govern the universe and specifically the world in which we live.

The key emphasis in Years 7, 8 and 9 is to encourage and engage students in the love of learning. This is conducted through a variety of strategies aimed at encouraging students to think about their thinking. Year 10 is designed as a transition to upper school and students are given a taste of the content that will be delivered in Biology / Human Biology / Chemistry and Physics at an Upper school level. For each topic, formal or informal pre-tests are given to allow students to demonstrate their pre-existing knowledge. Many of these tasks are open-ended to allow the students the freedom to express their preferred learning style within the context of the question asked.

Practical investigations are completed in several ways including using web cams during WEB Ex lessons, online lab simulations using Explore Elearning Gizmos and during the residential program (camp). There may also be opportunities for students to participate in practical investigations within their host school.