Key Stage 3
Students have two lessons of Mathematics a week. In Year 7, students have an extra 35 minute lesson which focuses on using ICT within a mathematical scenario. The aim of the course is to:
- develop fluency with number and algebra
- reason mathematically extending their understanding of mathematical proof
- develop their mathematical knowledge, in part through solving problems and evaluating the outcomes, including multi-step problems
- develop their use of formal mathematical knowledge to interpret and solve problems, including in financial mathematics
- begin to model situations mathematically and express the results using a range of formal mathematical representations
- select appropriate concepts, methods and techniques to apply to unfamiliar and non-routine problems
Key Stage 4
Students follow the Higher Tier GCSE Edexcel Mathematics linear course and are streamed for the course. Students develop the ability to:
- acquire and use problem-solving strategies
- select and apply mathematical techniques and methods in mathematical, every day and real-world situations
- reason mathematically, make deductions and inferences and draw conclusions
- interpret and communicate mathematical information in a variety of forms appropriate to the information and context.
Key Stage 5
Students follow the OCR Mathematics specification. Both Mathematics and Further Mathematics courses are offered by the school. We aim to:
- develop their understanding of mathematics and mathematical processes in a way that promotes confidence and fosters enjoyment
- develop abilities to reason logically, to generalise and to construct mathematical proofs
- extend their range of mathematical skills and techniques and use them in more difficult, unstructured problems
- take responsibility for their own learning and the evaluation of their own mathematical development.