Maths
Curriculum Intent
We aim to develop the students’ ability to confidently and independently solve problems in Maths. This approach will allow them to apply logic and analytical methods to develop their passion and understanding of numeracy, enabling them to be confident and self-assured when dealing with numbers both in the classroom and out in the real world. Through high-quality teaching, students will become independent and resilient in solving problems and develop academically, socially, emotionally, and intellectually.
Students can grasp key mathematical concepts through the incorporation of key steps in each topic, that are tailored for the ability of the student (support, core, and extension strands).
We provide a scheme that allows students to easily progress between strands, allowing for greater progress.
Our five-year curriculum has an emphasis on teaching for both conceptual and procedural understanding and unpicking any shallow foundations (NCETM, 2018). A coherent plan through a topic builds the concepts to move the pupils from novice to expert. Increasing difficulty and problem-solving allow pupils to flex their intellectual muscles. Success in mathematics comes from having deep knowledge of the rich connections within mathematical structures, facts, concepts, and procedures. Throughout the course, students are set weekly homework on MathsWatch to consolidate understanding, identify gaps and address any misconceptions they may have.
Have a look at the video below for an overview of the Year7 and 8 Maths Curriculum.
Year 7 & 8 Maths Curriculum Overview
Year 7
Year 7 students in maths will start their first year of a 5-year curriculum plan which will enable them to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to be successful in Maths. Students are set weekly homework on MathsWatch to consolidate understanding, identify gaps and address any misconceptions they may have.
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Cycle 1 |
Cycle 2 |
Cycle 3 |
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Place value |
Fractions |
Ratio and proportion |
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Four operations |
Fractions, decimals and percentages |
Working with data |
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Perimeter, area and units |
Introduction to algebra |
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Angles and 2D shapes |
Co-ordinates and graphs |
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Order of operations |
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Year 8
Year 8 students in maths will continue their second year of a 5-year curriculum plan.
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Cycle 1 |
Cycle 2 |
Cycle 3 |
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Number properties |
3D shapes |
Solving equations |
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Positive and negative numbers |
Compound measures |
Angles |
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Rounding and estimation |
Calculations with fractions |
Transformations |
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Length and area |
Probability |
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Algebraic manipulation |
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Year 9
Year 9 students in maths will continue their third year of a 5-year curriculum plan. Each unit builds on prior knowledge, unpicks any misunderstandings, and takes the knowledge deeper and further.
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Cycle 1 |
Cycle 2 |
Cycle 3 |
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Arithmetic |
Co-ordinates and graphs |
Sequences |
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Powers and roots |
2D shapes |
Percentages |
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Fractions, decimals and percentages |
3D shapes |
Proportion |
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Algebraic manipulation |
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Constructions, loci and bearings |
Have a look at the video below for an overview of the Year 9 Maths Curriculum.
Year 9 Maths Curriculum Overview
Year 10
Year 10 students in maths will continue their fourth year of a 5-year curriculum plan. Here we build on the prior knowledge of KS3 and build connections within mathematical structures, facts, concepts, and procedures. This sets students up for success in their GCSE exams next year.
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Autumn Term |
Spring Term |
Summer Term |
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Foundation Group |
Higher Group |
Foundation Group |
Higher Group |
Foundation Group |
Higher Group |
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Rounding and Error Intervals |
Surds and Indices |
Angles and Bearings |
Similarity and Congruence |
Compound Measures |
Graphs and Circles |
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Percentages |
Drawing Graphs and Graphing Inequalities |
Transformations |
Complex transformation of shapes |
Probability |
Linear and Quadratic Simultaneous Equations |
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Ratio and Proportion |
Solving Quadratics |
Straight Line Graphs |
Conditional Probability |
Averages and Range |
Histograms, Cumulative Frequency, and Box Plots |
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Perimeter and Area |
Arcs and Sector |
Probability |
Volume and Algebra |
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Volume and Surface Area |
Circle Theorems |
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Bounds and Complex Measures |
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Year 11
Year 11 students in maths will work through their final year of a 5-year curriculum plan which will enable them to be prepared for their AQA GCSE Maths Exams later in the year.
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Autumn Term |
Spring Term |
Summer Term |
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Foundation Group |
Higher Group |
Foundation Group |
Higher Group |
Foundation Group |
Higher Group |
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Sequences |
Sequences |
Working in 3d |
Working in 3d |
Number facts |
Pythagoras and trigonometric ratios (continued) |
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Pythag and trig |
Quadratic algebra |
Shapes and angle facts |
Quadratic graphs |
Exam prep (a bespoke programme created from the assessment done over the year). |
Exam prep (a bespoke programme created from the assessment done over the year). |
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Unit and proportionality |
Unit and proportionality |
Linear algebra |
Circles |
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Plans and elevations |
Plans and elevations |
Fractions and decimals |
Fractions |
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Calculations |
Calculations |
Four operations, including decimals |
Compound ratios |
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Probability |
Probability |
Percentages |
Higher percentages |
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Circles |
Pythagoras and trigonometric ratios |
Number facts |
Pythagoras and trigonometric ratios reteach |
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Graphs |
Graphs |
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Extra-curricular Opportunities
- Maths Puzzle Day
- Maths Homework Club
- UKMT Maths Challenge
- Maths Challenge Club