At Key Stage 3 pupils consolidate their existing mathematical understanding from Key Stage 2 and extend their knowledge of number, algebra, geometry and statistics as detailed below. Students are taught Mathematics in sets by ability level and the lower ability students follow a moderated curriculum. There are half termly progress tests for assessment and setting purposes along with end of year tests.

YEAR 7 UNITS OF STUDY

Number and patterns
Order of operations
Parts of a whole
Introducing geometry
Fractions and decimals
Probability and sets
Triangles and quadrilaterals
Parallel Lines
Area
Multiplication and division of decimals
Coordinates
Metric and imperial units
Directed numbers
Formulae
Handling data
Grouping data
Equations

These topics are taught in the order shown. Only applicable for sets 1-4. Set 5 follows a modified scheme of work.

YEAR 8 UNITS OF STUDY

Working with numbers
Multiplication and division of fractions
Fractions and percentages
Polygons
Ratio
Areas of triangles and parallelograms
Scatter graphs
Circumference and area of a circle
Formulae
Reflections, translations and rotations
Linear equations
Pythagoras’ Theorem
Straight line graphs
Curved graphs
Enlargement
Continuous data
Simultaneous equations
Solving equations
Volumes
Scale drawing
Travel graphs
Straight Line graphs

These topics are taught in the order shown. Only applicable for sets 1-4. Set 5 follows a modified scheme of work.

Key Stage 4 is a three-year course following the Edexcel Exam Board, Higher Linear 1MA1.  In May/ June of year 11 there are 3 exam papers (one calculator and two non-calculator) with an emphasis on problem solving and showing mathematical method.  Students are taught Mathematics in sets by ability level. The top 3 sets follow an accelerated course to include an additional AQA Further Mathematics (Level 2) course which is two exams ( a calculator and a non-calculator) in the summer term of Year 11.

The lower sets follow the same curriculum and sit the Edexcel exams but with a moderated pace and expectation to match their ability. Some students will sit the Foundation papers instead of the Higher papers.

There are half termly Progress Tests and Mock GCSE exams in Year 11. The course can be summarised as follows:-

YEAR 9 UNITS OF STUDY

•  Working with numbers

•  Probability

•  Sets (not in text book)

•  Percentages

•  Ratio and proportion

•  Algebraic products

•  Inequalities

•  Algebraic factors

•  Organising and summarising data

•  Formulae

•  Simultaneous equations

•  Quadratic equations

•  Graphs

•  Areas and volumes

•  Transformations

•  Similar figures

•  Trigonometry: Tangent of an angle

•  Sine and cosine of an angle

•  Loci

•  Solids

•  Geometric Proof

•  Congruent triangles

These topics are taught in the order shown. Only applicable for sets 1-7. Other sets follow a modified scheme of work.

YEAR 10

TERM 1

• Number 1 and 2

• Percentages

• Using a calculator

• Standard form

• Substitution

• Measures

• Measurements and Bounds

• Algebra 1

• Simplifying and solving equations

• Solving problems

• Trial and improvement

• Sequences

• Linear graphs

• Real-life graphs

• Simultaneous equations (various methods)

• Shape, Space and Measures 1

• Angles and properties of shapes

• Congruent shapes

• Locus and construction

• Pythagoras' theorem - 3D

TERM 2

• Three-dimensional co-ordinates

• Area

• Circles, arcs, sectors and segments

• Volume and surface area

• Similar shapes

• Problem-solving tasks

• Algebra 2

• Changing the subject of a formula

• Inequalities and regions

• Direct and Inverse proportion

• Curved graphs

• Graphical solution of equations

TERM 3

• Shape, Space and Measures 2

• Drawing 3-D shapes, symmetry

• Trigonometry

• Transformations

• Vectors

• Sine, cosine, tangent for any angle

• Sine and cosine rules

• Circle theorems

YEAR 11

TERM 1

• Algebra 3 -

• Indices

• Quadratic equations

• Algebraic fractions

• Transformation of curves

• Data Handling

• Averages and range

• Data presentation

• Comparing sets of data

• Scatter diagrams

• The handling data cycle

• Sampling and bias

• Cumulative frequency

• Histograms

• Probability

• Relative frequency

• Working out probabilities

• Probabilities of exclusive events

• Probabilities of independent events

• Tree diagrams

• Conditional probability

TERM 2

MOCK EXAM

PROOF & CONJECTURES

• Algebraic

• Geometric

REVISION

•  Revision exercises non-calculator

•  Revision exercises calculator

TERM 3

GCSE EXAMS

The following topics are covered for the AQA Further Mathematics (Level 2) course

• Function notation

• Domain & range of a function

• Graphs of functions

• Graphs of linear functions

• Finding the equation of a line

• Graphs of quadratic functions

• Graphs of functions with up to three parts to their domains

• The gradient of a curve

• Differentiation

• Differentiation using standard results

• Tangents and normals

• Increasing and decreasing functions

• Stationary points

• Factor theorem

• Multiplying matrices

• Transformations

• Identity matrix

• Transformations of the unit square

• Combining transformations

• Solution of trigonometrical equations

• Trigonometrical identities

The department offers the following A Level Mathematics course: Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in Mathematics (9MA0)

This two-year course builds directly on the foundation of the GCSE Higher Level syllabus. It pre-supposes skills in basic algebraic manipulation and the ability to work logically through multistage problems to further develop mathematical understanding. Students are encouraged to think, act and communicate mathematically, providing them with the skills to analyse situations in mathematics and elsewhere. The mathematical knowledge gained will be broad and widely applicable, preparing students for a range of destinations in Higher Education and employment.

The A level specification has 3 components:

Regular assessment takes place, usually half termly, to ensure students remain on top of their studies, with mock exams taking place in the Spring Term. Final assessment is by 3 external written examinations of duration 2 hours each at the end of the Upper 6th, with no coursework. Further details are available in the Edexcel specification document here.

Key Stage 5 Further Mathematics

The study of further mathematics adds breadth and depth to the topics covered in A level Mathematics. It introduces new topics, for example matrices and complex numbers. Such topics form an important part of maths-rich degrees in areas such as the sciences, engineering, statistics, economics and computing in addition to mathematics itself. Some prestigious universities now require a Further Mathematics qualification.

The department currently offers Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in Further Mathematics (9FM0).

The specification has 4 components:

 Regular assessment takes place, usually half termly, to ensure students remain on top of their studies, with mock exams taking place in the Spring Term. Final assessment is by 4 external written examinations of duration 1.5 hours each at the end of the Upper 6th, with no coursework. Further details are available in the Edexcel specification document here

KS5 Core Mathematics

The Department also offers the AQA Level 3 Certificate in Mathematical Studies, which is equivalent to an AS Level.  The course is designed for students for whom an A Level in Mathematics may not be suitable, but who recognise the benefit of strengthening and developing the mathematical knowledge and skills they have learnt at GCSE.  The skills gained are readily applicable to the problems that they will encounter in their A Level courses, further study, life and employment.

The course is assessed by two 90 minute papers and has the following content:

GCSE

Edexcel Exam Board, Higher Linear 1MA1
 

AS Level

AQA Level 3 Certificate in Mathematical Studies

A Level

A Level Mathematics course: Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in Mathematics (9MA0)

A Level Further Mathematics course: Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in Further Mathematics (9FM0)

The Maths department regularly take part in country and national level competitions and challenges with recent accomplishments including winning the Maths Challenge Hertfordshire Maths Challenge in 2021 with Year 8.
A group of year 13 students reached the finals of the M3 challenge in New York and were awarded the ‘best team for presentation’ as well as 3rd place in technical computing (Outstanding use of programming) - 2024

• Many students participate in the Junior, Intermediate and Senior Maths Challenge from the UK Mathematics Trust and many achieve medals, with a significant number qualifying for the subsequent rounds.
   
• Hans Woyda Prep Club for years 8-13 takes place each Monday lunchtime. Hans Woyda is a prestigious maths competition which takes place each year and students from the school have been very successful over the years.
   
• ‘Maths in Motion’ lunch time club for all year groups takes place on Tuesday lunchtime.