Mathematics
In Key Stage 3
levels 5 to 8 of the National Curriculum of England are covered. An emphasis is put on students discovering Mathematics through investigational work through a range of written, practical and ICT activities. Set 1 in each year group is accelerated and completes the Key Stage 3 work at the end of Year 8. In Year 9 they begin working towards the IGCSE examination.
The following topics are covered:
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Term 3 |
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Year 7 |
Number 1 Working with decimals & integers Mental methods for multiplying & dividing by powers of 10
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Algebra 2 Symmetry & reflections
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Number 3
Shape, space and measures 3
Shape, space and measures 5 Angle problems. Volume. |
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Term 3 |
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Year 8 |
Number/Algebra 1 Multiples, factors, primes & powers. Integers Work with number patterns Shape, space and measures 1 Angles in polygons and parallel lines Handling data 1 Understand the concept of chance & calculating with probability Number 2 Fractions, decimals & percentage Algebra 2 Algebraic expressions and equations Shape, space and measures 2 Metric and imperial measures. Perimeters, areas & volumes. |
Algebra 3 Linear & quadratic graphs. Number 3 Decimals & fractions. Rounding Using the calculator Shape, space and measures 3 Transformations & tessellations |
Algebra 4 Equations, transposition, inequalities. Trial and improvement Handling data 2 Collection & presentation of data Measures of central tendency Shape, Space & Measures 4 Constructions, polyhedra and nets Handling Data 3 Handling data, probability, solving problems. Simultaneous Equations |
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Year 8 |
Number/ Multiples, factors, Work with
Shape, space
Handling data 1 Understand the
Number 2
Algebra 2 >
Algebraic
Shape, space
Metric and imperial measures.
Perimeters, areas & volumes. |
Algebra 3 Linear & Number 3 Rounding Using
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Algebra 4
Equations, transposition, inequalities.
Trial and
Handling Collection Measures of Shape, Space Constructions, polyhedra and Handling Data 3 Handling data, probability, solving problems. Simultaneous Equations |
Key Stage 4
In Key Stage 4 the Mathematics Department aims to build on the firm foundation that has been laid in Key Stage 3. Previously studied areas are revisited adding depth and breadth to a student’s existing knowledge. We aim to continue to practice the range of methods which are adopted at Key Stage 3.
The IGCSE course assesses not only the performance of skills and techniques, but also the understanding of mathematical processes to reason mathematically and to perform investigations.
IGCSE covers a wide range of basic mathematical concepts and skills, grouped into 4 areas:
• Using and applying ,
• Shape, space and measures,
• Number and algebra,
• Handling data.
Assessment objectives
The Cambridge syllabus requires candidates to demonstrate their knowledge, understanding and skills in the following:
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Using and applying |
Shape, space and measures |
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Problem solving |
Geometrical reasoning |
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Communicating |
Transformations and coordinates |
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Reasoning |
Measures and construction |
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Number and algebra |
Handling data |
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Numbers and the number system |
Specifying the problem and planning |
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Calculation |
Collecting data |
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Solving numerical problems |
Processing and representing data |
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Equations, formulae and identitie |
Interpreting data |
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Sequences, functions and graphs |
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Currently we offer 2 Cambridge courses at IGCSE, a core course, which allows students to achieve grades C-G and a higher tier course which allows students to achieve grades E-A*. These courses provide an excellent grounding for students who are progressing onto IB. There are 2 exam papers a short answer paper and a long answer paper.
Set 1 Mathematics students begin the IGCSE Extended course in Year 9 and sit the examination at the end of Year 10. In Year 11 they study an IB foundation course aiming to prepare them for the rigours of the IB mathematics courses.
IB
We are offering three courses at IB; HL, SL and mathematical studies. The students choose their course based on a combination of teacher recommendation and requirements for further education. As a general guide, HL would be available to students achieving A*/A grade at IGCSE, SL to students achieving A* to B at IGCSE and studies to students achieving C or below at IGCSE.
Maths: IB Studies Overview
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Term 3 |
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IB Studies Year 1 |
Number & Algebra Functions |
Geometry & Trigonometry Financial Mathematics |
Statistics Project |
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IB Studies Year 2 |
Introductory Differential Calculus Sets, Logic & Probability |
Revision & Past Paper Practice |
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Maths: IB SL Overview
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Term 1 |
Term 2 |
Term 3 |
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AlgebraEquations & Functions Circular Functions & trigonometry |
Calculus- Differentiation Statistics & Probability |
Vectors Matrices |
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IB SL Year 2 |
Calculus- Integration Statistics & Probability |
Revision & Past Paper Practice |
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Maths: IB HL Overview
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Term 2 |
Term 3 |
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IB HL Year 1 |
Algebra Equations & Functions Circular Functions & trigonometry |
Calculus- Differentiation Statistics & Probabilit |
Vectors Matrices |
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IB HL Year 2 |
Calculus- Integration Statistics & Probability Algebra- Complex Numbers Statistics & Probability |
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