Maths
“Mathematics is not just a subject, it is a language that allows us to unlock the mysteries of the universe.” - Katherine Johnson
Maths resources/links:
My Maths
Corbett Maths
Sparx Independent Learning
What Makes Maths Excellent At Chulmleigh College?
We have a very ambitious curriculum. Pupils are exposed to GCSE questions from Year 7. We believe in depth, if a pupil is capable of accessing higher level material we push them on. Often the top sets in Year 7 are accessing and excelling at KS4 curriculum topics. We always teach to the top. Maths is set with the lower ability classes being smaller, enabling more support for those who need it. The maths staff are all maths specialists with years of teaching experience. Pupils are stretched, and we regularly have pupils sitting their maths GCSE exam early in Year 10, obtaining a level 9. These pupils go on to study Further Maths, Statistics and AS level maths if appropriate. We have strong links with Exeter Maths school and pupils from all year groups attend sessions throughout the year. We also offer Further Maths and Statistics as an option subject. We use the online platform Sparx for our homework for all years, insisting on 100% completion each week. In Years 9 to 11, pupils also have past GCSE paper packs to complete.
Assessment
All year groups complete topic tests at the end of each unit (roughly 2 per half-term). These are made up of past GCSE paper questions. Pupils will need to resit tests if a suitable level is not achieved. In addition to this, all year groups sit an end-of-term test. These are past GCSE papers for years 9 to 11. Years 7 and 8 sit age appropriate exam board written papers. Years 10 and 11 sit full GCSE mock exams (all three papers), once in Year 10 and twice in Year 11. In addition to this, Year 7 and Year 8 have a numeracy book to complete each day and Years 9 to 11 have past GCSE paper packs to complete as part of their homework.
Year 7 Content
Term 1
Number 1
Perimeter, Area and 2D Shape
Scale Drawings and Measurements
Angles, Lines and Shapes
Term 2 - Angles
Expressions, Functions and Formulae
Factors and Powers
Probability
Term 3
Understand how to take a fair sample and how sample sizes may affect reliability. Understand bias.
Design and interpret 2 way tables.
Year 8 Content
Term 1
Expressions and Equations
Volume and 3D Shape
Fractions, Decimals and Percentages
Probability
Term 2
Ratio and Proportion
Construction and Loci
Real Life Graphs and Compound Measures
Term 3 - Fractions
Indices, Standard Form and Surds
Pythagoras, Trigonometry, Congruence and Similarity
Transformations
Year 9 Content
Term 1
Higher:
Number
Sequences
Fractions
Decimals and Estimation
Foundation:
Number
Angles
Collecting and Recording Data
Algebra 1
Decimals and Rounding
Term 2
Higher:
Angles and Polygons
Collecting and Recording Data
Measure
Congruence, Symmetry and Similarity
Foundation:
2D Shapes
Angles 2
Fractions
Algebra 2
Term 3
Higher:
Expanding brackets and Factorising Area and Volume 1
Averages and Range Constructions and Loci Linear Equations
Percentages
Foundation:
Using a Calculator
Measure
Processing
Respresenting and Interpreting Data Sequences
Perimeter and Area of 2D Shapes
Year 10 Content
Term 1
Higher:
Graphs
Ration and Proportion
Transformations
Processing and Representing Data
Foundation:
Graphs 1
Averages and Range
Circles
Constructions and Loci
Term 2
Higher:
Inequalities and Formulae
Pythagoras and Trigonometry
More Graphs and Equations
Quadratic Equations
Foundation:
Percentages
3D Shapes
Equations and Inequalities
Graphs 2
Term 3
Higher:
Area and Volume 2
Simultaneous equations
Indicies Standard Form and Surds
Similar Shapes
Proportion 2
Probability
Foundation:
Transformations
Ratio and Proportion
Scatter Graphs
Probability
Pythagoras Theorem
Formulae
Year 11 Content
Term 1
Higher:
Pythagoras and Trig 2
Tranformations of Functions
Circle Geometry
Algebraic Proof and Algebraic Fractions
Vectors
Foundation:
Standard Form
Trigonometry 1
Simultaneous Equations
Algebra 3
Direct and Inverse Proportion
Term 2
Higher:
Functions
Iteration
Equations of Circles
Pre - Calculus
Foundation:
Trigonometry 2
Vectors
Term 3
Completion of any units not yet finished, then revision
Future Careers
Math-related careers range from data and technology to high finance and education. These roles require strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret data, model risks, and drive strategic decisions. A few examples are below:
1. Auditor: £80 000
2. Data or research analyst: £75 000
3. Computer programmer: £100 000
4. Medical scientist: £101 000
5. Financial analyst: £100 000
Common Types of Financial Analysts
6. Statistician: £105,000
7. Actuary: £120 000
8. Economists £116 000
9. Software developer: £130 000
10. Data scientist: £108 000
It is clear to see that careers in mathematics are accompanied by a wide variety of career opportunities and benefits. Individuals with these important problem-solving skills can become in-demand applicants in this field, while doing something they love. These math careers are particularly promising due to their salaries and growth outlooks, so obtaining a degree in mathematics provides professionals with the necessary skills to thrive in the industry in whichever sector they’d like to explore.
Curricular Enhancement Opportunities (e.g. Fieldwork, trips, competitions etc)
Maths Puzzle of the Week
UKMT Maths Challenge
Exeter Maths School events
Maths Challenge Week
Numeracy Day
Pi Day
Interclass Competitions
Sparx Challenge