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Mathematics

Curriculum

Departments

Mathematics

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Aims

  • To study a wide range of mathematical topics

  • To enter pupils in public examinations at an appropriate tier to attain the highest grade of which they are capable

  • To develop confidence in using a range of mathematical techniques necessary in everyday life

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Staff

Mrs Hanna
Miss Corrigan
Miss Gillis
Mrs McCracken
Mr Mathers
Mr Smith
Mrs Weir
Ms Young

Miss White

​Mrs Gilfedder

"The only way to learn mathematics is to do Mathematics."

- Paul Halmos

Key Stage 3

In Years 8 - 10, pupils will follow the same curriculum which provides opportunities to stretch more able pupils and support those who are experiencing difficulties.

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Pupils will have the opportunity to develop their knowledge and understanding of:​

  • Number

  • Algebra

  • Shape, space and measures

  • Handling data

  • Financial issues

  • Application of mathematical skills to real life and work situations

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These should be developed by demonstrating:​

  • Creative thinking

  • Mental mathematics skills and competence in pen and paper methods

  • Confidence in the use of mathematical language and notation

  • Practical skills using technology

Key Stage 4

All pupils study the CCEA GCSE Mathematics course.​

Click here for the Maths specification. 

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This specification aims to –

  • Develop the young person as an individual

  • Develop the young person as a contributor to society

  • Develop the young person as a contributor to the economy and environment

  • 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

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At the end of Year 11 pupils will be entered for Unit M2, M3 or M4 (one paper worth 45% of the total marks for the qualification) depending on the target grade discussed with, and agreed by, their class teacher.

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 In January of Year 12 pupils will be entered for Unit M6, M7 or M8 (two papers, calculator and non-calculator, worth 55% of the total marks for the qualification) depending on their result from the previous unit.

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Some pupils choose, as an option, to study GCSE Further Mathematics.​

Click here for the Further Maths specification. 

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This specification aims to –

  • Develop further their mathematical knowledge, skills and understanding

  • Select and apply mathematical techniques and methods to mathematical, everyday and real-world situations

  • Reason mathematically, interpret and communicate mathematical information, make deductions and inferences, and draw conclusions

  • Extend their base in mathematics from which they can progress to subjects containing a significant requirement in mathematics beyond Higher Tier GCSE Mathematics

  • Design and develop mathematical models that allow them to use problem-solving strategies and apply a broader range of mathematics to a variety of situations

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Units: 

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  • Unit 1 (Pure Mathematics – 2 hour paper, 50% 

  • Unit 2 (Mechanics – 1 hour paper, 25% 

  • Unit 3 (Statistics – 1 hour paper, 25% 

Post 16

All pupils will follow the CCEA GCE Mathematics specification - click here for specification. 

The full GCE award is based on marks from the AS (40%) and the A2 (60%).

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The aims of the specification are –

  • Understand coherence and progression in mathematics and how different areas of mathematics are connected

  • Apply mathematics in other fields of study and be aware of the relevance of mathematics to the world of work and to situations in society in general

  • Reason logically and recognise incorrect reasoning

  • Use their mathematical skills and techniques to solve challenging problems that require them to decide on the solution strategy

In Year 13 pupils will sit –

AS1 - Pure Mathematics

AS2 - Applied Mathematics

In Year 14 pupils will sit –

A21 - Pure Mathematics

A22 - Applied Mathematics

Skills Developed

  • Creative thinking

  • Mental mathematics skills and competence in pen and paper methods

  • Confidence in the use of mathematical language and notation

  • Practical skills

  • Problem Solving 

  • Communication 

Career Areas

  • Book keeping/accountancy

  • Banking

  • Retail/retail management

  • Teaching

  • Engineering

  • Working with computers

  • Insurance

  • Sales and/or marketing

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