maths

The mathematics you will learn falls into 5 key areas. You will develop skills across all 5 areas so that you are then able to apply them to problems spanning across several different topic areas

• Number – basic operations, order of operations, calculation with fractions, decimals and percentages.

• Algebra – including representing variables, solving linear and quadratic equations, changing the subject of a formula and completing the square.

• Geometry and Measure – including angle laws, area and volume of 2D and 3D shapes, trigonometry and Pythagoras’ theorem.

• Statistics and Probability– including averages of grouped and ungrouped data, representation of data, charts diagrams and graphs, and calculating the probability of events occurring.

• Ratio, Proportion and rates of change – including problem solving.

Learning is assessed regularly through low stakes quizzes in class, with summative assessments on the topics studied taking place on a termly basis. Assessments will reflect the areas students have been taught, and contain a mixture of non-calculator and calculator skills. Independent learning is set through the Hegarty Maths online platform, which also gives students videos and quizzes for the whole mathematics curriculum. Students also have access to materials to support their learning through Google Classroom.

• GCSE Maths

• A Level Maths

• A Level Further Maths

Studying maths helps you develop skills in logical thinking, problem-solving and decision making, which are valued by employers across many job sectors in the modern world of work. Young people with STEM qualifications are in demand, with 72% of all UK businesses relying on people with STEM skills and 58% of all new jobs created being related to STEM. Possible careers include: Engineer, surveyor, systems analyst, forensic scientist, actuary, accountant, operational researcher, chemist, software engineer, statistician, architect, mathematician, meteorologist.