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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 to 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 maths department offers a range of extra-curricular activities throughout the year including Maths Week in March where all students are given the opportunity to participate in exciting extra-curricular activities including trips and visits from guest speakers.

I enjoy the challenge and inquiry-based learning in my lessons. I like how topics link together so I can apply my knowledge to solve real life problems.
Student
Lessons include many different types of practice in different contexts so that I can help to build my genuine understanding of topics.
Student

Curriculum Information

Year

Autumn

Spring

Summer

7

Number and calculations

Factors and multiples

Charts and Averages

Area

Fractions

Expressions

Fractions, Decimals and Percentages

Ratio

Equations

Angles

Sequences

Graphs  

8

Number

Area and volume

Expressions

Fractions, decimals and percentages

Probability

Equations

Shapes and angles

Ratio

Pythagoras and trigonometry

Graphs

Sequences

Charts and averages

Transformations

9

Factors and multiples

Indices and standard form

Expressions and equations

Charts and averages

Area and volume

Fractions, decimals and percentages

Ratio

Shapes and angles

Pythagoras’ Theorem

Surds

Right angled Trigonometry

Transformations

Probability  

10

Expressions

Sequences

Probability 

Graphs

Area and Volume

Quadratic Equations

Cumulative frequency

Sequences

Linear Graphs

  • Constructions
  • Fractions, Decimals and Percentages
  • Graphs
  • Histograms 
  • Area and Volume
  • Surds
  • Constructions
  • Equations

Equations

Ratio

Circle theorems

Graphs of other functions

Vectors 

11

  • Non-right-angled trigonometry
  • Functions
  • Quadratic equations 
  • Algebraic proof
  • Histograms 
  • Vectors

 

Consolidation including topics such as:

  • Surds
  • Ratio and proportion
  • Linear and quadratic graphs
  • Cumulative frequency
  • Circle theorems
  • Linear and quadratic simultaneous equations

 

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