National Curriculum


Course Content


Number and algebra

  • Using and applying number and algebra, numbers and the number system, calculations, solving numerical problems, equations, formulae and identities, and sequences, functions and graphs.

Shape, space and measures

  • Using and applying shape, space and measures, geometrical reasoning, transformations and coordinates and measures and construction

Handling data

  • Using and applying handling data, specifying the problem and planning, Collecting data, processing and representing data, and interpreting and discussing results.

Pupils take increasing responsibility for planning and executing their work.

  • They extend their calculating skills to fractions, percentages and decimals, and begin to understand the importance of proportional reasoning.
  • They are beginning to use algebraic techniques and symbols with confidence.
  • They generate and solve simple equations and study linear functions and their corresponding graphs.
  • They begin to use deduction to manipulate algebraic expressions.
  • Pupils progress from a simple understanding of the features of shape and space to using definitions and reasoning to understand geometrical objects. As they encounter simple algebraic and geometric proofs, they begin to understand reasoned arguments.
  • They communicate mathematics in speech and a variety of written forms, explaining their reasoning to others.
  • They study handling data through practical activities and are introduced to a quantitative approach to probability.
  • Pupils work with increasing confidence and flexibility to solve unfamiliar problems.
  • They develop positive attitudes towards mathematics and increasingly make connections between different aspects of mathematics.


Assessment

Pupils are constantly being assessed as they work in the classroom under teacher supervision. Also, homework is set three times a week and can be a very good way of following the student progress.

Formal tests are set at the end of every unit and at the end of every half term.

All students in years 7 and 8 will sit the National Curriculum Tests for Years 7 and 8 at the end of the year.

Alexandra Thomas
Head of Mathematics