Download Aspire, Achieve, Advance “Maths at PB is a gift of education that

Department of Mathematics
Staff:
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A Mahmood (Head of Mathematics)
D Randall (First Deputy Head – Primary)
N Patel (Teacher of Mathematics)
H Zulfkar (Teacher of Mathematics)
S Ali (Teacher of Mathematics)
Curriculum:
Aspire, Achieve, Advance
“Maths at PB is a gift of education that develops young people to be logical, rigorous and
independent thinkers”.
Students study the national curriculum and through this we aim to develop in our students:
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A positive attitude towards mathematics as well as competence and confidence in mathematical
knowledge, concepts and skills.
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An understanding of mathematics through a process of enquiry and experiment.
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An ability to solve problems, to reason, to think logically and to work systematically and logically.
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The skills to use their own initiative and an ability to work both independently and in co-operation
with others.
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An ability to communicate through mathematics, and to use and apply mathematics across the
curriculum and in real life.
Key Stage 3 Maths
A 2 year course with intention to adequately prepare students for success at KS4. Students will study:
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Algebra
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Geometry and Measures
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Number
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Ratio, Proportion & Rates of Change
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Statistics and Probability
Key Stage 4 Maths
A three year KS4 course with a programme of study designed to yield maximum attainment. For more
information please see www.edexcel.com.
In this programme of study, students will study:
Foundation
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Algebra (20%)
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Geometry and Measures (15%)
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Number (25%)
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Ratio, Proportion & Rates of Change (25%)
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Statistics and Probability (15%)
Higher
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Algebra (30%)
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Geometry and Measures (20%)
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Number (15%)
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Ratio, Proportion & Rates of Change (20%)
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Statistics and Probability (15%)
Extra-Curricular
Students have the opportunity to take part in the UKMT national mathematics challenges at different levels
each year. This is an opportunity for the entrants to prove their problem solving ability against thousands of
peers across the country.
Further information and past papers can be found on https://www.ukmt.org.uk/individual-competitions/
Useful websites:
Below are a range of links which will help you to reinforce and extend the maths skills which you have
learnt in lessons.
www.mymaths.co.uk
www.nrich.maths.org
www.mathsisfun.com
https://www.mathswatchvle.com/
http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/z38pycw
Further information:
For further information about the Maths curriculum, please contact Mr Mahmood.