Maths

Our aim is to provide each student with a mathematical understanding that will enable them to cope with the demands of the curriculum and enhance their future prospects.  All areas of Mathematics are covered at all levels, with the intention of building confidence and providing differentiation and challenge to each lesson which will lead to excellent progress.

During year 7 and 8, students will cover Algebra, Data Handling, Number, and Shape and Space.  During each half term, students will receive a three part assessment where students reflect on their assessment and set targets for the next half term.  These two years prepare the students for their GCSE qualification that can begin in Year 9.

From year 9 and onwards, students will be in one of the following options:

• - AQA GCSE Unit Foundation/Higher
• - AQA GCSE Linear Foundation
• - AQA Free Standing Maths Qualification
• - AQA iGCSE Certificate in Further Mathematics
• - AQA GCSE Statistics Founcation/Higher
• - AQA Functional Skills Entry Level 3, Level 1, Level 2
• - AQA AS/A2 Mathematics (Level 3 6^th form)
• - AQA Further Mathematics (Level 3 6^th form)

As a department we offer a variety of opportunities for students to reach their full potential.  Afterschool revision sessions are offered for year 9 and 10 on a Thursday and for year 11 on a Monday.  Saturday revision sessions are also delivered before examinations.  We encourage students to ask a member of the department for help on any question and that is why we operate an open door policy. 

To develop the enjoyment of mathematics we participate in a number of enrichment activities, such as the UKMT mathematics challenge, Sheffield Hallum University Pops mathematics challenge, form learning time quizzes, participation in World's Maths Day, and BT Trading Challenge Roadshow. 

In order to ensure student's make the best possible progress, we ask that each pupil comes equipped to lesson with a black or blue pen, pencil, ruler, planner, and calculator (scientific preferably). 

All parents/carers can help to support their children's learning in mathematics in the following ways:

• Ask your child to explain what they have learnt in lessons
• Ensure that they spend time completing their weekly homework assignments
• Encourage the use of www.mymaths.co.uk to further support their learning (pupils will receive login details for this website from their mathematics teacher)

Mathematics Staff

Miss Candice Gorniak - Co Learning Leader/AST

Mr Mark Colman - Co Learning Leader

Mr Graham Norman

Mr Jonathan Palmer

Mr Clive Greenhalgh

Miss Lindsey Noye

Mr Daniel Silkstone

Maths Leadership Academy

The maths leadership academy has sixteen students from year 11,12,and 13 who share an enthusiasm for mathematics.  These responsible and mature students work with year 7, 8, and 9 students during a form learning time to build confidence and solidify key concepts.  They also deliver lunchtime and afterschool clubs to the local Pheasant Bank Primary Academy.  Our year 12 and 13 leaders also support lessons on a weekly basis within our school and also the Pheasant Bank Primary Academy.  These leaders are a testament to the incredible students we have at our school and as a department we are proud of the work they have accomplished and will continue to deliver.