Students follow the Key Stage 3 revised curriculum experiencing mathematics in the contexts of Processes, Number, Algebra, Shape and Space and Data Handling. Throughout the Key Stage students are assessed and given opportunities to demonstrate their abilities in each of these areas.
The content of each GCSE Mathematics unit relates to:
· Number and Algebra;
· Geometry and Measures; and
· Statistics and Probability.
Through each unit at Key Stage 4, pupils will:
· develop knowledge, skills and understanding of mathematical methods and concepts;
· acquire and use problem-solving strategies;
· select and apply mathematical techniques and methods in mathematical, everyday and real-world situations;
· reason mathematically, make deductions and inferences, and draw conclusions;
· interpret and communicate mathematical information in a variety of forms appropriate to the information and context; and
· acquire a foundation appropriate to the further study of mathematics and other disciplines.
All pupils in Year 11 will complete at one GCSE Level Maths module at the end of Year 11 (either M1, M2, M3 or M4). All pupils will sit their completion paper (either M5, M6, M7 or M8) at the end of Year 12.
Foundation Tier
Grades C* - G can be achieved by sitting a combination of the following modules:
- Test M1 or Test M2: 45%
- Completion Test M5 or M6: 55%
Higher Tier
Grades A* - D can be achieved by sitting a combination of the following modules:
- Test M3 or Test M4: 45%
- Completion Test M7 or M8: 55%
Mrs M Lennon (HOD)
Mrs K Bohill
"Maths is fun, when I was in P7 I thought Maths at De La Salle would be impossible. I really enjoy maths now". NM
"Maths in De La Salle is very good but if I get stuck I'm not afraid to ask for the help I need and everything is explained well". TM
"Maths in De La Salle is stress free. The teachers offer support and help everyone". CB
"You will be surprised at how well you can achieve. Even when you have no belief in yourself, the teachers will always push you to do well". MMcM
I didn't like Maths before I came to De La Salle. That has changed completely, the Maths teachers are talented in teaching. I now thoroughly enjoy Maths in school". CF
The Mathematics department were commended on the following:
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