KS3 - Key Stage 3 (Age range 11-14)

This site leads you through physics topics, starting from a simple level at KS3 when you start at Secondary School right up to A Level and beyond.

You will find all of the information you need at this stage on the initial topic pages in the 'My Notes' section. The menu on the left of this page will also take you to topic pages - but some of those will cover the work to a higher level than you need.

The links below take you to areas that relate to general skills required at this level.

Practical Investigations

Practice Questions - questions and annotated solutions suitable for KS3 students

Key ideas for UK pupils at KS3

Instruments you should be able to use with confidence at this stage:

Measuring Cylinder

Newton meter

Thermometer