Meadow High School

Achieving Together

Mathematics

Welcome to the Faculty of Mathematics

Miss C Lepage
Faculty Leader - Mathematics

Mathematics Faculty
Statement & Aims

Aims and Objectives

Using the Programmes of Study from the National Curriculum, we aim to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum to develop:

  • A positive attitude towards mathematics and an awareness of the fascination of mathematics.
     
  • Competence and confidence in mathematical knowledge, concepts and skills.
     
  • An ability to solve problems, to reason, to think logically and to work systematically and accurately.
     
  • An ability to work both independently and in cooperation with others.
     
  • An ability to communicate mathematics.
     
  • An ability to use and apply mathematics across the curriculum and in real life.
     
  • An understanding of mathematics through a process of enquiry and experiment

Through careful planning and preparation we aim to ensure that throughout the school students are given opportunities for:

  • Practical activities
     
  • Mathematical games
     
  • Problem solving
     
  • Individual, group and whole class discussions and activities
     
  • Open and closed tasks
     
  • A range of methods of calculating e.g. mental, pencil & paper and using a calculator
     
  • Working with computers and iPads as to enhance the learning experience

Curriculum Statement         

Mathematics equips with by introducing children to concepts, skills and thinking strategies that provides a way of viewing and making sense of the world.  It is used to analyse and communicate information and ideas and to tackle a range of practical tasks and real life problems.  It enriches children’s learning in fostering and developing creativity through mathematical principles.

The structure of Mathematics comprises of 4 strands of learning:

  • Number, i.e. counting, place value, operations and fractions
     
  • Measurement, i.e. weight, capacity, length, time and money
     
  • Geometry, i.e. shapes, symmetry, positional language
     
  • Statistics, i.e. interpreting and analysing visual representation

These strands are interrelated and develop a range of skills needed across the Curriculum.  These strands are covered in Maths lessons through the set Programmes of Study across the Key Stages.

The curriculum is flexible and adapted to meet the varying abilities and needs of all our pupils from the very complex through to the students who are capable of attaining external qualifications.

Mathematics equips children with skills they need in life beyond school.

Miss Lepage - Faculty Lead, Mathematics

 

Awards & Qualifications

The pupil’s programme of study is based on the yearly teaching objectives set out in the National Curriculum.

Each class will follow the appropriate programme of study for the pupils.  These will also need to be differentiated within the class to ensure each child’s individual needs are met.  Different classes will follow appropriate year group planning identified by teachers teaching these classes.

On entering Meadow High School pupils levels range from P Scales to level 3/4.  There can be a large range of differentiation within any one class.  To enable our pupils to progress, we need to build on their previous knowledge and plug the gaps in their learning.

Key Stage 3

KS3 follow on appropriate programmes of study from Early Years, KS1, KS2 curriculum or an individualised curriculum to extend learning and provide further challenge.  

Key Stage 4

KS4 follow on appropriate accredited Programme of Study through either AQA Mathematics Entry Level qualifications. To extend and challenge pupil learning, there is an opportunity to work towards Edexcel Functional Level 1 Mathematics Award. 

Key Stage 5

KS5 follow on appropriate accredited Programme of Study continuing with AQA Mathematics Entry Level qualifications. Pupils will work towards achieving Edexcel Functional Numeracy Skills Level 1 and/or GCSE. Where appropriate pupils will work on consolidation of knowledge and focus on learning life skills relevant to functional skills needed when pupils leave school. This allows pupils to build on their previous knowledge and plug the gaps in their learning.

Extended Learning

This is part of the agreed extended learning policy.  At Meadow High School we recognise the crucial importance of an active educational partnership between home and school.  To support this we have adopted a policy of extended learning rather than a rigid homework system as this can demand organisational skills which some of the pupils are still acquiring.  Extended learning (homework) can play a positive role in raising a child’s level of attainment.  It is an extension of school work so therefore on some occasions tasks may appear more challenging or difficult.  However, we also acknowledge the important role of free time in a child’s growth and development and ensure that children are not overburdened.  

All students who are given homework must have a red homework book in which the homework is written down or in case of a worksheet, glued in.  Students should complete their homework using this book to avoid work getting lost or crumpled.  Students are awarded certificates, for every 10 pieces of homework completed, in recognition of their hard work and effort. 

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