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Maths

Mathematics is a core subject and as such is studied by every student in the school from Year 7 to Year 11. Maths is an all embracing and pervading part of life, helping us to create, plan, organise and solve problems.

Mathematics is the universal language of our environment, helping mankind explain and create within it for thousands of years. From playing games to playing music, maths is vital to helping students fine tune their creativity and turn their dreams into reality.

Our curriculum is based on the national programmes of study and lessons are accessible to all students in the class to create opportunities and build familiarity and accuracy in techniques and allow students to use their skills in everyday life. We cover a variety of topics that allow students to excel in their learning in different fields. Students know that when they come to lessons, they will be entering a positive environment for learning where they learn new techniques and challenges are accepted.

We revisit topics throughout KS3 and 4 to consolidate understanding and encourage students to link their work with other areas to extend their thinking. We have a strong focus on developing problem-solving skills alongside mathematical content to ensure we develop resilient, independent learners ready to tackle GCSE and A-level maths.

The department offers some small group interventions during the school year, these are designed to help students conquer any issues with topics that have arisen during lessons as well as preparing students for external examinations.

The department runs a board games club that encourages students to develop their use of strategy and problem solving. This club promotes fairness within a competitive environment.

Curriculum Information

 

Year 

Autumn 

Spring 

Summer 

  • Number and calculations 
  • Factors and multiples 
  • Area and volume 
  • Charts and averages  
  • Expressions  
  • Fractions, decimals and percentages 
  • Ratio 
  • Equations  
  • Shapes and angles 
  • Sequences 
  • Graphs   

  • Number 
  • Area and volume 
  • Expressions 
  • Fractions, decimals and percentages 
  • Probability 
  • Equations 
  • Shapes and angles 
  • Ratio 
  • Pythagoras and trigonometry 
  • Graphs 
  • Sequences 
  • Charts and averages 
  • Transformations 

  • Factors and multiples 
  • Indices and standard form 
  • Expressions and equations 
  • Charts and averages 
  • Area and volume 
  • Fractions, decimals and percentages 
  • Ratio 
  • Shapes and angles 
  • Surds  
  • Pythagoras’ theorem 
  • Right angled Trigonometry 
  • Transformations  
  • Probability   

10 

  • Indices and standard form 
  • Linear and quadratic expressions and equations 
  • Cumulative frequency 
  • Transformations 
  • Area and volume 
  • Sequences  
  • Fractions, decimals and percentages  
  • Linear graphs 
  • Constructions 
  • Simultaneous equations 
  • Ratio and proportion 
  • Shape and angles 
  • Circle theorems 
  • Graphs of other functions  
  • Vectors  

11 

  • Pythagoras’ theorem 
  • Right angled and non-right-angled trigonometry   
  • Algebraic manipulation  
  • Quadratic equations   
  • Functions  
  • Algebraic proof 
  • Vectors 

 

 

 

 

  • Surds  
  • Ratio and proportion  
  • Linear and quadratic graphs 
  • Cumulative frequency 
  • Circle theorems 
  • Linear and quadratic simultaneous equations 
  • Revision
I enjoy maths because I can see how topics are linked together
Year 9 student
The regular exam practice we do has help me focus on a small range of topics, the feedback and follow up has helped in improving my grade
Year 11 student