Maths
“The only way to learn mathematics is to do mathematics.” - Paul Halmos
Our vision is to enable students to build a secure framework of mathematical skills and reasoning which they can use and apply with confidence. The mathematics department aims to develop mathematical fluency and mastery of key concepts and skills to enable students to use mathematics with confidence in their everyday and future adult lives.
Our curriculum is structured to ensure students are constantly building on their prior knowledge as they progress from KS3 to KS4 and onto KS5. As they revisit each topic, therefore, their depth of understanding grows and their ability to apply their knowledge to unfamiliar contexts develops. Our intention is to engage and enthuse by providing challenge to all students at all levels, encouraging them to think creatively and reason logically.
Students are taught in sets in mathematics from the second half term in Year 7. Following a test around October half term of Year 7, we set to ensure that each child is working at their best level of challenge. Opportunities for changing sets in Years 7 - 10 occur several times during each year, typically after term tests. In Years 10 and 11, the most able mathematicians are offered the opportunity to study for the post-16 Free Standing Maths Qualification Additional Mathematics in an after-school club.
At A level we offer both mathematics and further mathematics. These courses focus on both pure and applied mathematics. In our teaching we promote students to make links between the different areas of mathematics and to focus on the problem solving skills that they will need and use for the rest of their lives.
The curriculum sequence and course specifications can be viewed by clicking on the links below:
GCSE Mathematics (Both Higher and Foundation Tiers)
OCR Free Standing Maths Qualification (FMSQ) Additional Mathematics
