GCSE MATHEMATICS - KS4

 

Maths Y10 Learning Journey

 

Maths Y11 H Calendar

 

Maths Y11 F Calendar

 

WHO’S WHO?

Progress Leader: Mrs Reid
Teaching Staff: Mr Roberts, Mr Taylor, Mrs Scarborough, Mrs Seeds, Miss Couper, Mr Hurst, Mr Carter, Mrs Sharples, Miss Harrigan
Link Governor: Mrs Bradshaw

COURSE INFORMATION

Mathematics is a creative and interconnected discipline. It is essential to everyday life, critical to science, technology and engineering, and necessary for financial literacy and most forms of employment.
GCSE Mathematics builds on the KS3 curriculum furthering students’ ability to;

• Develop conceptual understanding using concrete, pictorial and abstract representations.
• Develop fluency, and the ability to recall and apply knowledge accurately.
• An ability to link different aspects of mathematics to other topic areas, and across the wider curriculum.
• An opportunity to reason mathematically, developing justifications and proof, and making generalisations.
• The ability to communicate their ideas effectively using appropriate vocabulary and mathematical symbols
• Develop the confidence to apply knowledge, skills and reasoning to standard and non-standard problems.

COURSE SPECIFICATION

Students follow Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9–1) in Mathematics specification. Click here to view the specification.

COURSE CONTENT

The aims and objectives of Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9–1) in Mathematics are to enable students to:

• develop fluent knowledge, skills and understanding of mathematical methods and concepts
• acquire, select and apply mathematical techniques to solve problems
• reason mathematically, make deductions and inferences, and draw conclusions
• comprehend, interpret and communicate mathematical information in a variety of forms appropriate to the information and context.


Students will be assessed on: number; algebra; ratio, proportion and rates of change; geometry and measures and statistics.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

All students will sit 3 papers at either Higher or Foundation tier: Paper 1 – Non-Calculator / Paper 2 – Calculator / Paper 3 – Calculator.

The assessments will cover the following content headings:

 

 

Foundation proportion

Higher Proportion

1 Number

28%

18% 

2 Algebra

23%

33%

3 Ratio, proportion and rates of change

28%

23%

4 Geometry and measures

18%

23%

5 Statistics & Probability

18%

18%

 

ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES

  • UKMT Senior challenge – Years 10/11
  • Runshaw Maths challenge – Year 11
  • Inter School Trust Maths challenge – Year 10
  • College taster days – Year 11
     

A LEVEL/BTEC REQUIREMENTS

  • Most courses require a GCSE grade 4 or above in Mathematics. Students will be required to re-sit GCSE Maths if they fail to reach this standard.
  • Requirements to study A Level Mathematics can vary dependent on College. Most would require a GCSE Mathematics grade of 6 or higher.
  • Requirements to study A Level Sciences are generally dependent on achieving a Grade 5 or 6 in GCSE Mathematics.
     

HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR CHILD'S LEARNING

There are lots of pressure on students during KS4, but below are some simple tips to help.
• Ensure they feel supported regardless of results
• Assist them in drawing up a realistic revision timetable or flashcards with key facts
• Encourage them to use apps and websites provided by school
• Complete past papers
• Maths Revision guides/flashcards


Below are links to blogs that have further suggestions for support you can offer;
https://home.oxfordowl.co.uk/blog/how-to-support-your-child-during-gcses-what-to-do-and-when/
https://www.schoolexams.co.uk/gcse-maths-how-to-help-your-child-ace-their-exam/
 

WHERE TO GO:

  • Manchester museum of science and industry
  • Bletchley Park, Buckinghamshire the once top-secret home of the World War Two Code-breakers is now a vibrant heritage attraction, popular with schools for its specific focus on Mathematics, History and Computing.
  • Bank of England Museum, London offers a range of one hour talks for a multitude of ages, which are also free but must be booked in advance.
  • The Royal Observatory, Greenwich
  • Woolsthorpe Manor – Isaac Newton changed the world here
  • https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/woolsthorpe-manor#Overview
     

WHAT TO WATCH:

WHAT TO READ:

  • The Monty Hall Problem: Beyond Closed Doors by Rob Deaves - Age 14+
  • The Language of Mathematics by Keith Devlin - Age 14+
  • How Not to Be Wrong: The Hidden Maths of Everyday Life – Jordan Ellenberg
     

ONLINE:

 

Maths watch

 

Corbett maths

 

PIXL times table app

 

BBC Bitesize

FUTURE CAREERS:

Mathematics can help students looking for a career in areas such as engineering, accountancy, medicine, science and research. Mathematics is also seen as being an important qualification by employers and further education providers.