Subject Overview

In Mathematics, we follow a cyclic curriculum which offers our students the opportunity to revisit and build on content each year.

Students in Key Stage 3 will build on the skills learnt at primary school. On top of this, we introduce a number of topical areas as they build up their knowledge of the fundamental strands of Mathematics:

• Number
• Algebra
• Geometry
• Statistics
• Ratio
• Proportion

This knowledge is further developed through problem-solving questions as students move into Key Stage 4.

In addition to the main Mathematics curriculum, we offer the following GCSE options as well:

• Economics
• Statistics

These extra options give students the opportunity to gain two additional GCSEs. They also allow students to sample how maths is used in the real world.

Assessment Information – KS3

At KS3, the curriculum is divided into three tiers:

• Enhanced
• Core
• Support

Each tier covers the same topic areas. However, students are challenged and supported appropriately.

Assessments are completed at the end of each half-term, which culminates in an End of Year Assessment.

Assessment Information – KS4

At KS4, students are split into either higher or foundation tiers. From there, students will study larger units of work where skills are combined.

The assessments are based on previous GCSE exam questions to best prepare students for their final examinations. Students are assessed every half-term in Year 9 and 10, in addition to their mock exams during Year 10 and 11.

 

"I really like how teachers challenge me to push myself." – Year 8 Student, 2022