georgian - american
school of
batumi

The Department of Natural Sciences of the Georgian-American School of Batumi is comprised of the subjects as follows:

• Physics;
• Chemistry;
• Biology and
• Science (the basics of the Natural Sciences are taught in English).

The School is equipped with all the resources to teach the aforementioned subjects by applying modern standards, with physics, chemistry, and biology academic laboratories being equipped with the required equipment, laboratory items, different devices and technology (so-called smart boards, computers, projectors, printers, etc.)

Study process and methods include different activities, such as:

• discussions, which help students develop free, analytical and critical thinking skills;
• project-based learning, which contributes to the development of analytical, oratorical, and creative skills, as well as the ability to cooperate, make independent choices, and solve problems.
• group works, which ensure a balanced participation of students in all processes and development of cooperative and presentation skills, the ability to respect other’s opinions and listen to them.
• Brainstorming, which helps students to express their opinions freely.
• Practical experiments, which assist students in better understanding theoretical materials and deepening their interest in natural sciences;
• Mini-lectures, Q&A, video materials, etc.

The Department offers students a versatile format of final exams:

• Experiments, with students individually holding experiments;
• Academic writings;
• Presentations.

For each exam method, teachers apply pre-formulated assessment rubrics developed together with students. The learning process aims to unlock the student’s individuality, skills, and abilities. At the initiative of the Department of Natural Sciences, in the Georgian-American School of Batumi, the week of natural sciences is held annually, within which students present their projects and presentations.

The Young Chemists Club also operates within the School, with its members being students interested in natural sciences, who regularly participate in Olympiads and conferences. The subject called “science” is also taught in the Georgian-American School of Batumi to the 4th to 9th graders, with the subject aiming to help students expand their natural sciences vocabulary/terminology and help them pursue their studies in this field abroad. A memorandum has also been signed between The Georgian American School of Batumi and the BAU International University Hospital, based on which students of our School may visit their laboratories.