Sociology

We are very proud to announce that our Sociology Department has been awarded the “Best selective state school for boys” for Sociology at A-Level for the last two years (The Good Schools Guide Award).

Sociology examines the nature of societies with an objective and scientific approach. It focuses on contemporary British society, but there is ample opportunity to explore a variety of cross-cultural examples, and the way our society has developed historically. The subject highlights the structure of society by considering the role of its various institutions and the inequalities within it. This is an undoubtedly a subject which increases the students awareness of the society in which they live in and their place within it. This process of enlightenment often describes, as the development of the ‘Sociological imagination’ can be very exciting, but also challenging for students.

The aim of the Sociology department is for the teaching and learning environment to promote and foster independent learning which will enable the students their knowledge and understanding of Sociology and a critical awareness of society in general. Each lesson is delivered in a supportive environment and an open climate:

Students must respect the views of others
Controversial issues can be discussed to ensure learners can contribute ideas, listen to and respond to what others say, challenge ideas they do not agree with and reflect on what they have learnt.
All contributions in lessons are valuable.
Students are given the opportunity to take pride in their identity and culture including their nationality, faith and family traditions.

Sociology is offered at AS and A-Level. Topics covered at AS include Families and Households and Education and Sociological Research Methods. At A2 level we look at Beliefs in Society, Crime and Deviance, Theory and Methods

Sociology staff
Miss M Sandhu

For further information please contact the Head of Department via the School Office:
T: 01892 529551
E: thegrammarschool@twgsboys.kent.sch.uk