Mathematics
Head of Department: Ms S Mepani
Mathematics forms the building blocks of everything around us and is prevalent everywhere in the modern world. It is much more than completing calculations and processes but is also about spotting patterns, solving problems, thinking creatively and team work.
Curriculum Intent
We aim to:
- Help pupils realise that everyone can be successful in Maths
- Develop pupils understanding of the fundamental concepts and knowledge required for success in mathematics in exams and in life after school.
- Develop mathematical skills such as problem solving, logical thinking, reasoning and communication.
- Help pupils to make links between mathematics and the real world.
- Ensure pupils leave school with the numeracy skills needed to navigate the challenges of adult life, especially with respect to financial demands
At Claremont, the Mathematics department produce some outstanding results at all Key Stages, with one of the highest proportion of A and A* at GCSE out of all the departments. It is one of the most popular A level subjects and students enjoy their lessons and many go on to develop their mathematics at Higher Education.
Key Stage 3
At Claremont we have a carefully designed curriculum to ensure we support pupils in their transition from primary school and then prepare them sufficiently for the start of their GCSE's
Pupils are banded into one of three ability groupings from an early stage and this helps us ensure that all pupils can strive with their Mathematical education.
Pupils are regularly assessed and given feedback and support to help develop any areas of weakness.
In order to support pupils learning they are provided with a wealth of resources including MyMaths, MathsWatch, online videos and a variety of other resources.
Year 7 and 8
Pupils in Year 7 and 8 follow an adaptation of the excellent White Rose Maths scheme of work. Topic lists can be found at the bottom of this page.
This scheme of work has been carefully designed to support pupils depth of understanding, making links between different areas of Mathematics and to quickly develop their critical thinking and problem solving skills.
There is an increased focus through the scheme of work to ensure that pupils develop a deep understanding of the mathematics they are being taught. This helps master the basic skills and techniques needed for future mathematical success.
Pupils will complete in-class assessments for all topics covered in a Mid-Term test. These will be self-marked and teachers will guide pupils on how they can improve.
Pupils will also complete a cumulative end of half-term assessment. These will assess all content learnt up until that point. These will be teacher marked.
All assessments and feedback will be kept in pupils assessment folders. Pupils are free to bring these folders home at any point to support their revision however, they must ensure they are available in any Maths lesson.
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Year 7 |
Topics Covered |
Assessments |
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Autumn Term |
Topic 1 – Sequences Topic 2 – Algebraic Notation Topic 3 Equality and Equivalence Topic 4 – Place Value Topic 5 – Fraction, Decimal and Percentages |
Mid-Term (MT) assessments in each half term. MT1 – Topic 1 and 2 MT2 – Topic 3 and 4 Cumulative assessment each half term |
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Spring Term |
Topic 6 – Addition and Subtraction Topic 7 – Multiplication and Division Topic 8 – Fraction and Percentage of Amounts Topic 9 – Directed Number Topic 10 – Add and Subtract Fractions |
Mid-Term (MT) assessments in each half term. MT3 – Topic 5 and 6 MT4 – Topic 8 and 9 Cumulative assessment each half term |
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Summer Term |
Topic 11 – Construct, Measure and Notation Topic 12 - Geometric Reasoning Topic 13 – Sets and Probability Topic 14 – Primes and Proof |
Mid-Term (MT) assessments in each half term. MT5 – Topic 10 and 11 MT6 – Topic 13 and 14
EOY Exams covering Topic 1 - 12 |
Year 7 - Detailed Topic Breakdown
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Year 8 |
Topics Covered |
Assessments |
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Autumn Term |
Topic 1 – Ratio and Scale Topic 2 – Multiplicative Change Topic 3 – Multiply and Divide Fractions Topic 4 – Cartesian Plane Topic 5 – Representing Data Topic 6 – Tables and Probability |
Mid-Term (MT) assessments in each half term. MT1 – Topic 1 and 2 MT2 – Topic 3 and 4 Cumulative assessment each half term |
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Spring Term |
Topic 7 – Brackets, Equations and Inequalities Topic 8 – Sequences Topic 9 – Indices Topic 10 – Fractions and Percentages Topic 11 – Standard Form Topic 12 – Number Sense |
Mid-Term (MT) assessments in each half term. MT3 – Topic 6 and 7 MT4 – Topic 9 and 10 Cumulative assessment each half term |
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Summer Term |
Topic 13 – Angle Parallel Lines & Polygons Topic 14 – Area Trapezia and Circles Topic 15 – Symmetry and Reflection Topic 16 – Data Handling Cycle |
Mid-Term (MT) assessments in each half term. MT5 – Topic 12 and 13 MT6 – Topic 15 and 16
EOY Exams covering Topic 1 - 14 |
Year 8 - Detailed Topic Breakdown
Year 9
In Year 9 pupils will cover content that supports the transition from Key stage 3 to key stage 4. We call this the 'bridging curriculum'.
We ensure that pupils are exposed to a range of challenges, including problem solving and non-standard questions. This ensure pupils start year 10 with a secure knowledge of the fundamentals.
In order to further support the transition the scheme of work begins to use more GCSE language, GCSE resources and GCSE style questions to ensure pupils get used to this from an early stage.
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Year 9 |
Topics Covered |
Assessments |
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Autumn Term |
Topic assessment after each topic Cumulative assessment each half term |
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Spring Term |
Topic 5 - Fractions, Decimals and Percentages |
Topic assessment after each topic Cumulative assessment each half term |
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Summer Term |
Topic assessment after each topic EOY Exams covering Topic 1 - 8 |
Year 9 - Detailed Topic Breakdown
Key Stage 4
At Claremont, students will follow the Edexcel GCSE Mathematics Grade 9-1 syllabus.
The qualification enables students to:
- Develop fluent knowledge, skills and understanding of mathematical methods and concepts
- Acquire, select and apply mathematical techniques to solve problems
- Reason mathematically, make deductions and inferences, and draw conclusions
- Comprehend, interpret and communicate mathematical information in a variety of forms appropriate to the information and context.
Exam Structure:
Students will sit 3 exams at the end of Year 11. Each paper is 1 hour 30 minutes long and worth 80 marks each. There are 2 tiers of entry - higher and foundation.
Paper 1: Non Calculator
Paper 2: Calculator
Paper 3: Calculator
There is a great demand on problem solving questions in the new GCSE and teaching focuses on this. We expect students to be able to tackle these type of questions in a confident manner.
In order to support their independent learning we provide students access to My Maths, Mathswatch and an online copy of the GCSE textbook.
Year 10
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Year 10 |
Topics Covered |
Assessment |
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Autumn Term |
Topic 10 - Equations & Inequalities |
Topic assessment after each topic Cumulative assessment each half term |
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Spring Term |
Topic 13 - Factors, roots and powers
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Topic assessment after each topic Cumulative assessment each half term |
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Summer Term |
Topic 17 - Pythagoras and Trigonometry |
Topic assessment after each topic EOY Exams covering Topic 1 - 16 |
Year 10 Detailed Topics
Year 11
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Year 11 |
Topics Covered |
Assessments |
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Autumn Term |
Topic assessment after each topic Mock exams |
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Spring Term |
Topic 22 - Units and Proportionality Revision |
Topic assessment after each topic Mock exams |
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Summer Term |
Revision |
Mock exams then final exams |
Year 11 – Detailed Topic Breakdown
Further Mathematics
Our most able students in Year 11 will have the opportunity to study for the AQA Level 2 Certificate in Further Mathematics.
This gives them the opportunity to explore some more advanced mathematics and will help them prepare for future study of the subject.
Content for this qualification is covered throughout Year 11 alongside their studies for the GCSE.
Key Stage 5
Enrichment
- Chess Club
- Board Games Club
- UKMT – Junior, Intermediate and Senior
- UKMT – Team Challenge and Senior Team Challenge
- Hans Woyda Competition
- Maths Masterclass with The Royal Institution
- STEM Lectures
Next Steps
What are the great benefits of studying Maths?
By studying Maths you develop analytical skills and an analytical attitude. You learn to pay attention to all the assumptions involved in a given problem or situation, and you learn to break down a complicated problem into a series of smaller steps.
Top reasons why you should study Maths:
- Excellent for your brain
- Better problem-solving skills
- Helps with almost every career
- Helps understand the world better
- It is a universal language
There are many careers linked to studying maths at a higher level. Here are a few:
- Medicine
- Stockbroker
- Engineering
- Meteorologist
- Astronaut
- Digital Games Developer
- Software Developer
- Architect
- Economist