Maths
The GCSE Mathematics course is designed to be able to equip all students with not only the essential everyday mathematical skills but also to deepen their understanding of Mathematics ahead of a wide and varying range of careers. The course covers the essential 4 areas of Mathematics: Number, Algebra, Geometry, and Data, and develops students problem-solving ability, a skill that is widely desired across all jobs.
It often surprises many students how often Maths crops up into their other subjects. Traditional routes of Accountancy, Financial Sector, Medicine, and Engineering require a mathematical degree. Other subjects such as Biology, Psychology, and Geography also contain a strong mathematical component, with the need for the ability to analyse and infer from data.
The GCSE course serves to equip all students with the skills to be able to pursue any of their desired careers. From theatre to lifeguard, from architect to gardener, baker to banker, medical researchers to computer game designers - Maths is used in every career.
The skills that are developed in Maths are:
Numeracy - the ability to work with numbers
Problem solving - approaching tasks in a logical and creative way, gathering information and processing it correctly
Data analysis - the ability to use diagrams and charts to look for patterns and trends in data
Logical thinking - being able to communicate your thoughts and findings in a clear way to others.
Geometry - the ability to use space in a logical way, using shapes and angles and trigonometry
Perseverence - trying several things before coming to the right solution
After GCSE, there is the opportunity to study Maths and Further Maths at A Level. Getting a good grade at GCSE opens up this opportunity. Many Sciences (both physical and social) may require a good GCSE grade.
Do we learn all the Maths in school? No! Watch this video to see the Map of Mathematics!
Interviews with current students, alumni and professionals
Listen to what current students have to say about their experience of the Maths GCSE.
We have 4 alumni who talk about where Maths has taken them after finishing school.
Miss Lacey has also conducted interviews with various professionals across different fields about how they use Maths in their job.
Yr 9 Careers - GCSE.mp4Listen to 2 of our GCSE students talk about their experience of Maths
Yr 9 Careers - Yr 12.mp4Hear from our KS5 Scholars about why they chose to continue studying Maths into A-Level
Yr 9 Careers - Alumni.mp4Our Alumni tell us about how Maths has prepared them for what they're doing an University
James.mp4Meet James - an Investment Banker
Anil.mp4Meet Anil - a Scientist in the NHS
Yr 9 Careers - Fay.mp4Meet Fay - Operations Manager for the Chelsea Flower Show
Catherine and Michelle.mp4Meet Michelle and Catherine - Finance Managers
Here are some useful websites for Enrichment:
https://www.mathsisfun.com/games/
Some recommended reading here.
leaflet-100-jobs-in-stem.pdfLabour market information:
Having Maths on your CV is always desirable, and the further you study it, the more jobs open up to you. As a Core subject, it is clear that a high grade at GCSE is desirable even if you choose not to study the subject further.
Problem-solving is a highly sought after skill in all fields of work, and employers value this in their workplace.
As we strive on into a highly technical future, using Maths in Science, Computing, and Medicine, to produce, develop and maintain products that help us to meet the demands, studying Maths will always open up a wide range of careers for you.
Are there Apprenticeship pathways using my Maths?
Yes at all levels and across a multitude of disciplines. Take a look at the video linked on the icon displayed and explore the Amazing Apprenticeship Website for more information.
