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Maths at Woodkirk
General Information:
Members of Staff
Mrs J Turnbull - Head of Mathematics
Mr R Aiston - Part time in the mathematics department
Mr J Calderwood
Ms C Fitzpatrick
Mr D France - Year 7 co-ordinator, Numeracy across the curriculum
Mr J Gabbutt - Part time in the mathematics department
Miss R Jackson - Key Stage 4 co-ordinator
Mrs S Jamieson - Strategy co-ordinator
Mrs D Marcus - Key Stage 3 co-ordinator
Mrs S Matthews - Assistant Key Stage 4 co-ordinator, Primary liaison, ITT Mentor
Miss D Parry - Assistant Key Stage 3 co-ordinator
Mr A Richards
Mr G Sykes
The mathematics department is located in the Newton block of the school. Each of the 11 classrooms has an interactive whiteboard. Each member of the department has a laptop and classroom access to the internet. A wide variety of ICT resources are available for teaching and learning. Boardworks toolkits and powerpoints, Kangaroo maths activities, Oxford animations, Nelson Thornes e-maths, Omnigraph, Autograph, Testbase and Virtual maths are examples of the resources used in the department.
Key Stage 3 Information:
2007 results:
88% Level 5 and above
76% Level 6 and above
In key stage 3, pupils follow the national curriculum framework. Pupils are taught in ability sets throughout KS3. Catch up and intervention helps those who fall behind. They are placed in ability sets in September of year 7 based on KS2 data. Setting arrangements are regularly reviewed. The Oxford Framework textbooks are used throughout KS3.
Key Stage 4 Information:
2007 results:
70% Grades A* - C
GCSE Mathematics is one of the core subjects that are taken by all pupils in Key Stage 4. The course is divided into 3 modules each of which revises and then extends work covered in Key Stage 3. The teaching of module 1 begins as soon as Key Stage 3 SATS examinations have been completed in May of Year 9.
Subject content and assessment schedule:
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CONTENT |
EXAMINATION DATE |
PERCENTAGE OF TOTAL ASSESSMENT |
| MODULE 1 |
HANDLING DATA
- Planning how to solve a problem
- Data collection
- Processing and representing data
- Interpreting and discussing results
- Probability and chance
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NOVEMBER
(YEAR 10)
2 x 30 minute exams |
18% |
| MODULE 2 |
NUMBER (AND ALGEBRA FOR HIGHER TIER)
- Numbers and number systems
- Calculations
- Numerical problems
- Graphs
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MARCH
(YEAR 10)
2 x 45 minute exams
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27% |
| MODULE 3 |
NUMBER, ALGEBRA, SHAPE AND SPACE
- Equations and formulae
- Sequences and graphs
- Geometric reasoning
- Transformations and co-ordinates
- Measures and constructions
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JUNE
(YEAR 11)
2 x 75 minute exams
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55% |
There is no coursework in GCSE Mathematics
Examination format - GCSE Mathematics examinations are offered at two tiers. For the higher tier grades A* - D are available and for the foundation tier grades C - G are available. For each of the module examinations there will be a calculator and a non calculator paper.
GCSE statistics is a complementary course to GCSE mathematics. It emphasises the practical nature of statistics in the collection, processing, recording and analysis of data. A large part of the course is practically based and will offer the opportunity for pupils to use the internet to collect data and other ICT tools, especially spreadsheets to enhance classroom work.
The course builds on the statistics and probability covered in Key Stage 3 and it provides a basis for the study of statistics at AS and A2 level.
There are 4 main areas of learning:
| DATA COLLECTION |
Types of data, census data, sampling, planning an investigation, obtaining data |
| TABULATION AND REPRESENTATION |
Grouped data and class intervals, graphs of data |
| DATA ANALYSIS |
Measures of average and of spread, summary statistics, time series, correlation and regression, estimation |
| PROBABILITY |
Probability calculations, sample spaces, tree diagrams, simulation |
There is one written paper at the end of the course; the examination is worth 75% of the total marks.
Foundation tier
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2 hour examination |
Grades C - G |
Higher tier
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2 and a half hour examination |
Grades A* - D |
Coursework: There is one extended piece of work, worth 25% of the total marks in which pupils have to complete. They are required to design and plan a project, collect and record the data, calculate summary statistics and interpret the results.
AS and A2 Mathematics:
AS MATHEMATICS
All 3 modules are equally weighted and are assessed by examination, there is no coursework. Each examination is 1 and a half hours long and carries 75 marks. C1 will be examined in January of year 12, C2 and S1 will be examined in June of year 12. C1 is a non calculator examination. |
CORE 1 (C1)
Algebra and functions, co-ordinate geometry, sequences and series, differentiation and integration.
CORE 2 (C2)
Algebra and functions, co-ordinate geometry, sequences and series, trigonometry, exponentials and logarithms, differentiation and integration.
STATISTICS 1 (S1)
Probability, statistics, representative and summary data, correlation and regression, random variables and the normal distribution. |
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A2 MATHEMATICS
All 3 modules are equally weighted and are assessed by examination, there is no coursework. Each examination is 1 and a half hours long and carries 75 marks. C3 will be examined in January of year 13, C4 and M1 will be examined in June of year 13. |
CORE 3 (C3)
Algebra and functions, trigonometry, exponentials and logarithms, differentiation and numerical methods.
CORE 4 (C4)
Algebra and functions, co-ordinate geometry, sequences and series, differentiation and integration, vectors.
MECHANICS 1 (M1)
Modelling, vectors, kinematics, statics and moments. |
Entry Requirements:..........Students must have at least a grade B in GCSE Mathematics and
have studied the higher tier specification
AS Use of Mathematics:
The Use of Mathematics at AS level is a new qualification, which will enable pupils to apply mathematics to make sense of situations in their studies and in the world around them. This is a ONE YEAR course that is available at AS LEVEL ONLY.
This course will appeal to students who are following AS/A2 courses or VCE/GNVQ courses. It is designed for pupils who have gained a grade A* - C at GCSE Mathematics and who wish to reinforce or extend their achievement in mathematics. It also offers a valuable back up to other subjects areas which students may increasingly turn to mathematics to assist them.
| The course consists of 3 equally weighted modules:
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Working with algebraic and graphical techniques
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- Using algebra, functions and graphs to make sense of and describe real situations and to solve problems
- Modelling data
- Investigating functions which model real situations
- Plotting graphs by hand and using ICT
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Using and applying calculus
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- Understand and use differentiation and integration
- Understand and use differential equations
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Applying mathematics
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- The processes involved when mathematics is used to study problems
- Developing clarity in communicating mathematics
- Modelling techniques, random events and recurrence relationships
- Reading and making sense of mathematics of other people
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| The first 2 modules are assessed as follows:
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Coursework portfolio (50%)
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This AS qualification requires students to bring together mathematical knowledge, skills and understanding and apply them to solving problems set in realistic contexts.
Students will need to carry out substantial pieces of work set in contexts drawn from their studies, interests or jobs.
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External examination (50%) |
For modules 1 and 2 students will receive a data sheet two weeks in advance of the examination. It will set contexts in which the examination questions will test a student's knowledge, skills, understanding and ability to apply mathematical principals.
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| The third module is assessed via 2 external examinations:
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Paper 1 (30%) Comprehension - 1 hour
Paper 2 (70%) Short and extended questions - 1 hour 30 minutes
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For module 3, students will receive a comprehension article two weeks in advance of the examination |
One of the aims of the course is for students to develop an understanding of when it is suitable to use technology to assist them with mathematics. The coursework portfolio therefore should contain examples of the use of computer software and graphical calculators (which can be loaned from school).
Entry Requirements:..........Students must have at least a grade C in GCSE Mathematics
AS and A2 Further Mathematics:
Students at Woodkirk have the opportunity to take part in a government funded Further Mathematics initiative which allows all students who want to study the subject the access to it via a network of regional centres. Leeds University is our regional centre in the National Further Mathematics Network and provides the location and the tuition at both AS and A2 level. Lessons take place at the university on Wednesday afternoons. There is a support system in place which uses email, websites and revision days.
At both AS and A2 level, Further Mathematics will broaden and deepen your mathematical skills and you will find it stimulating. It is an intellectual challenge which involves a combination of harder maths as well as new maths which you will not come across in GCSE or in AS/A2 Mathematics. It will help to prepare you for your university studies.
Entry Requirements:..........Students must have an A* grade in GCSE Mathematics
Higher Education Links and Career Opportunities:
An AS/A2 qualification in a mathematics subject is held in very high regard by both employers and university admissions tutors and it has been said that you can expect to earn 10% more than someone without an AS/A2 qualification in mathematics! A mathematics course is a good preparation for anyone wanting to study science, engineering, technology or business related courses in higher education. The further mathematics course is ideal for those who want to study mathematics at university.
"Maths is really enjoyable whichever angle you look at it from"
"It's really rewarding when it clicks"
"It's really challenging but if you put your mind to it, you can do it!"
"Stimulating"
"Supportive and friendly staff"
"It is well structured and you get lots of useful resources"
"I had to work hard in Mathematics but I was successful in the end"
"It has been a very useful tool for my other subjects"
"Further Mathematics is really challenging. It's been great and given me the opportunity
to meet new people and to experience university life"
Student Comments
Extra Curricular activities and initiatives:
- Woodkirk Church in year 7
- White Rose in year 9
- UKMC (Junior, Intermediate and Senior Maths Challenges)
- 6th Form university lectures and visits
- Mymaths subscription
- Kangaroo maths subscription
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