The Mathematics Department is committed to delivering a rigorous and dynamic curriculum that fosters deep understanding and enthusiasm for the subject.
"If Allah wants to do good to a person, he makes him comprehend the religion and of course knowledge is attained by learning."
The Sahih Bukhari [1/67]
Our comprehensive curriculum ensures students develop a deep and interconnected understanding of mathematical concepts across various domains:
By systematically covering these areas, we ensure that students are well-equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in mathematics and beyond.
The department also works to enrich student learning through participation in competitions like the UKMT.
In 2024, 81% of students attained between a grade 9-7 in Mathematics. You can see our school performance figures for 2024 GCSE exams here.
In Key Stage 3 (Year 7 & 8), students follow an adapted curriculum based on the Collins Maths Frameworking Pupil Books 2.3 and 3.3.
This approach integrates fluency, mathematical reasoning, and problem-solving, ensuring alignment with the main aims of the national curriculum and laying a strong foundation for GCSE studies. Students normally receive homework twice a week and participate in internal mock exams, providing a week of preparation before end-of-half-term or end-of-term assessments.
From Year 9, students embark on the Edexcel GCSE (9–1) Mathematics course, following the 2015 specification.
The curriculum is primarily delivered through Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9–1) Mathematics Higher Student Books 1 and 2.
Years 9 and 10 focus on covering the majority of the syllabus, while Year 11 emphasizes consolidation, exam techniques, and extensive practice with past papers to ensure students are thoroughly prepared for their final examinations.
All students are entered for the Higher Tier, reflecting our high expectations and commitment to academic excellence. Students demonstrating exceptional progress by the end of Year 9 may have the opportunity to sit their GCSE Mathematics exam early, in Year 10. These students may also be considered to study the OCR Level 3 Free Standing Mathematics Qualification (FSMQ) in Additional Mathematics, which covers advanced topics such as algebra, coordinate geometry, and calculus, providing a robust foundation for A Level and Further Mathematics studies.
