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Y8 Mathematics
Head of Department
Mrs Twyford and Mr Ironmonger
Organisation of the subject:
Students have 4 x 50 minute lessons each week . Grouping is reviewed each term to allow movement between classes.
Key Concepts (The big ideas underpinning the subject)
Students will study Number & Algebra, Geometry & Measure, Handling Data and Mathematical Processes & Applications. Pupils are taught creatively and in a variety of teaching styles to help them broaden their Mathematical knowledge and gain an insight into how they can use this knowledge and their problem-solving skills in a variety of contexts.
What will your child be learning?
- Number - Four operations, negative numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratio and proportion.
- Algebra - Sequences, graphs, collecting like terms, simplifying, expanding brackets, factorising, solving equations.
- Handling Data - Averages, probability, collecting and representing data in a variety of graphs and charts.
- Geometry & Measure - Angles, constructions, Loci, units of measure and transformations.
Key 'Learning Capacities' in this subject
- Be able to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Confidence to have a go and not be afraid to get things wrong and learn from their mistakes.
- Resilience and perseverance and not be afraid to ask for help.
- Foster a positive mind set and be a reflective learner.
- Foster a positive attitude.
How will your child be learning?
- Paired and small group work
- Whole class discussions
- Individual teacher/student discussion
- Investigations and rich functional tasks
How will learning be assessed?
- A test will be conducted at the end of each unit (usually at the end of each half term)
- One formal exam in the summer
- Monitoring of homework and classwork
What can you do to support your child?
- Encourage your child to discuss what they have learnt in their lessons and try to incorporate mathematical dialogue in everyday life.
- Support them with their homework and be positive about mathematics.
- Consider purchasing the extra resources we offer, Revision Guides, workbooks and CDs.
- Encourage them to use MyMaths.
Equipment needed for this subject
- Pens, pencils, rubber, pencil sharpener, calculator, ruler, protractor and a pair of compasses.
Extra-Curricular/Enrichment Opportunities
- UKMT individual challenge and UKMT Team challenge
- Working with sixth-form Maths Mentors
- BAE Systems Roadshow