Mathematics

 

 

Maths Challenge

 

Meet the teachers

 

Alexandra Thomas picture


Alexandra Thomas
Head of Department

 

Cristina Marascu picture


Cristina Marascu
Mathematics Teacher

 


Diana Lepadatu
Mathematics Teacher

 

 

Aims


The aims are to enable candidates to:

  • develop their mathematical knowledge and oral, written and practical skills in a way which encourages confidence and provides satisfaction and enjoyment;
     
  • read mathematics, and write and talk about the subject in a variety of ways;
     
  • develop a feel for number, carry out calculations and understand the significance of the results obtained;
     
  • apply mathematics in everyday situations and develop an understanding of the part which mathematics plays in the world around them;
     
  • solve problems, present the solutions clearly, check and interpret the results;
     
  • recognise when and how a situation may be represented mathematically and select an appropriate mathematical method to solve the problem;
     
  • to use mathematics as a means of communication with emphasis on the use of clear expression;
     
  • apply mathematics in other subjects, particularly science and technology;
     
  • develop the abilities to reason logically, to classify, to generalise and to prove;
     
  • appreciate patterns and relationships in mathematics;
     
  • produce and appreciate imaginative and creative work arising from mathematical ideas;
     
  • develop their mathematical abilities by considering problems and conducting individual and co-operative enquiry and experiment, including extended pieces of work of a practical and investigative kind;
     
  • acquire a foundation appropriate to their further study of mathematics and of other disciplines.


In addition, we hope that pupils will acquire the logical abilities characteristic of a mathematician

 


 

Mathematics at IBSB - Secondary School

 

Key Stage 3 (Checkpoint)

The Cambridge Secondary 1 mathematics curriculum is presented in six content areas: Number, Algebra, Geometry, Measure, Handling data and Problem solving. The first five content areas are all underpinned by Problem solving, which provides a structure for the application of mathematical skills. Mental strategies are also a key part of the Number content. Together, these two areas form a progressive step preparing students for entry onto IGCSE level courses.

 

This curriculum focuses on principles, patterns, systems, functions and relationships so that learners can apply their mathematical knowledge and develop a holistic understanding of the subject.

Click for further information on the National Curriculum and Cambridge Checkpoint.
 

Key Stage 4 (IGCSE)

Candidates may follow either the Core curriculum only or the Extended curriculum which involves both the Core and Supplement. Candidates aiming for Grades A*–C should follow the Extended Curriculum.

Click for further information on the Cambridge IGCSE.
 

Key Stage 5 (A  Level)

The syllabus allows flexibility to choose from three different routes to AS Level Mathematics – Pure

Mathematics only or Pure Mathematics and Mechanics or Pure Mathematics and Probability and Statistics.
 

Students can choose from three different routes to A Level Mathematics depending on the choice of

Mechanics, or Probability and Statistics, or both, in the broad area of ‘applications’.

Click for further information on Cambridge AS/A Level.


 

Useful Websites

  • Interactive Maths
www.waldomaths.com                             

 

 

Key stages 3, 4 and 5
  • Notes and Examples

 

 

Key stages 3, 4 and 5

Key stages 3, 4 and 5

Key stages 3 and 4
  • Practice Questions

 

 

Key stages 3 and 4

Key stages 3 and 4

Key stage 5
  •  Problem solving and Investigations

 

 

Key stages 3, 4 and 5
  • Careers in Maths

 

 

Key stages 3, 4 and 5