Maths

Departmental Aims

• To inspire all students to reach their full potential in Mathematics
• To equip students with the mathematical skills required in everyday life.

Facilities

• One part-time and 11 full-time teachers with a wealth of experience.

Years 7-8 Curriculum

In Years 7 and 8 we follow a curriculum which builds on the skills learnt in the Junior School, designed to prepare students to start their IGCSE course in Year 9. As well as developing their knowledge across the attainment targets, the curriculum also develops their problem-solving skills.

GCSE Curriculum Summary

In Years 9-11 we follow the Edexcel International GCSE (Specification A, 4MA1). Set 1 students are also given the opportunity to complete the AQA Further Mathematics Level 2 qualification, if they meet the ability requirements.

Co-curricular, Enrichment, Extension and Support

• Year 7 and 8 students can opt to take part in the UKMT Junior Maths Challenge (aimed at students with an aptitude for problem solving)
• 20 Year 7 students are selected to work with Year 6 students as Maths Buddies. This year of support culminates in a ‘Mathletics’ competition run by the Maths Buddies for all Year 6 students.
• Year 9 and 10 students can opt to take part in the UKMT Intermediate Maths Challenge which tests problem solving skills. We also enter two teams for the Year 10 Maths Feast competition.
• We offer daily lunchtime support sessions, as well as targeted support for Year 11 and Sixth Form students
• Trips are offered for Years 11, 12 and 13 to Mathematics lectures and presentations of popular and inspiring aspects of Maths.
• We run a student-led Mathematics Society. This is run by students in our Sixth Form. Students participate in competitions, such as the ‘Ritangle’ competition, and support younger students in Maths support sessions. Additionally, the Society organises a Maths dinner, which is open to all Sixth Form students studying Mathematics.