The science centre is a modern, purpose-built learning centre that opened in September 1995. The centre has a wide variety of learning resources available, and is supported by a co-ordinator and two learning advisors. The science centre is administered by the Science and Health studies team.
Wide use is made of computers for datalogging in all subject areas.
All the laboratory areas have compressed air and vacuum services, in addition to the usual electricity, gas and water. Courses using the centre include A-Levels, BTEC and GNVQ courses in subject areas ranging from Animal Care to Childhood Studies. Equipment available includes ultraviolet and infrared spectrophotometers, and gas chromatography facilities. TV and video facilities are also available within the centre.