Courses
We offer a broad and balanced curriculum, for key stage 3 (Years 7-9), key stage 4 (Years 10 and 11) and key stage 5 (Years 12 and 13 - Sixth Form). Click the appropriate button below to find the details for each subject offered in each key stage.
Further details of our curriculum are available on the curriculum page.
Overview
Mathematics
Introduction
A-level mathematics is a fascinating subject to study. The course deals with developing logic and problem-solving skills that can be applied in a wide range of areas. Studying the course will develop your fluency in key mathematical topics and teach you how to construct an organised and logical argument. Whilst the course covers and extends many of the GCSE topics, such as algebra and geometry, it also quickly moves on to new topics where we introduce you to calculus, exponential functions and logarithms. Alongside the pure mathematics topics, we also learn about applications of maths through the study of statistics and mechanics. Mathematics also helps to support the study of other subjects including physics, chemistry, biology, engineering, IT, economics, business and psychology.
Qualification
A-level
Awarding body
Pearson Edexcel
Course leader
Mrs S Manning
Assessment
- Examination: 100%
- 33.3%: pure mathematics 1, 2 hours.
- 33.3% pure mathematics 2, 2 hours.
- 33.3%: statistics and mechanics, 2 hours.
- Non-examined assessment: 0%
Curriculum
Topics
In Year 12 we cover the following topics:
- Algebra
- Linear & circle geometry
- Trigonometry
- Vectors
- Differentiation
- Integration
- Exponentials & logarithms
- Collecting & analysing data
- Correlation
- Probability
- Statistical distributions
- Hypothesis testing
- Kinematics
- Forces
- Variable acceleration
In Year 13 we cover the following topics:
- Functions
- Sequences & series
- Binomial expansions
- Further trigonometry
- Further calculus
- Parametric equations
- Numerical methods
- Conditional probability
- Normal distribution
- Moments
- Friction
- Projectiles
Skills and requirements
Entry requirements
- Grade 6 in GCSE mathematics.
Beyond the classroom
Our Maths Department has friendly, supportive staff who frequently run support sessions for students outside of class. Teachers will often offer more individual support with specific topics as required. Intervention and revision sessions are held at key times during the year.
Future pathways
Mathematics helps us in all aspects of life, whether it be with general problem solving, high level thinking skills or detailed planning and analysis, so it will aid all students whatever career path they choose to take. Students who enjoy mathematics can go on to study a wide range of university courses and it is particularly applicable to courses such as mathematics, engineering, science related courses, business and economics, and computing.
