Why do we learn maths?
Head of Department
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Year 11
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Year 12
Year 13

Why do we learn maths?

We believe in providing students with a deep conceptual understanding of mathematical principles, the ability to confidently communicate in precise mathematical language, while becoming mathematical thinkers. It is the intention that if a student understands the core principles, they will be able to remember more and do more maths, in whatever context they encounter it.

It is our vision that all pupils can experience the joys of being a successful mathematician, if they are given the tools and the confidence to access the curriculum.

Head of Department

Head of Faculty Maths

Mr P Purvis

p.purvis@arkputneyacademy.org

Year 7

Autumn Topics Autumn Assessment
  1. Place value
  2. Arithmetic (calculating)
  3. Factors, multiples, primes
  4. Order of operations 
  5. Negative numbers
  6. Expressions 
  7. Equations
  8. Inequalities

Multiple-choice quiz 

10 written questions covering topics 1-5 

Revision from Fundamental Skills Test
Spring Topics Spring Assessment
  1. Angles 
  2. 2D shapes 
  3. Constructions 
  4. Coordinates 
  5. Area and perimeter
  6. Transformations

Multiple-choice quiz 

10 written questions covering topics 6-12 

Revision of topics 1 - 5
Summer Topics Summer Assessment
  1. Prime factors 
  2. Fraction concepts
  3. Fraction calculations 
  4. Ratio 
  5. Percentages

2 written papers 

No calculators

Covering topics 1 - 17 

All Year 7 subjects Next Year 7 Subject - English

Year 8

Autumn Topics Autumn Assessment
  1. Equations (incl. ‘unknown on both sides’)
  2. Sequences
  3. Inequalities
  4. Linear graphs
  5. Accuracy (rounding) 
  6. Estimation

Multiple-choice quiz 

10 written questions covering topics 18 - 23 

Revision from Fundamental Skills Test
Spring Topics Spring Assessment
  1. Real-life graphs 
  2. Direct proportion 
  3. Inverse proportion 
  4. Univariate data (statistics: graphs and charts)
  5. Bivariate data (scatter graphs)

Multiple-choice quiz 

10 written questions covering topics 24 - 29

Revision of topics 1 - 5
Summer Topics Summer Assessment
  1. Angles in polygons
  2. Bearings
  3. Circles 
  4. Volume
  5. Surface area

2 written papers 

Paper 1: no calculator

Paper 2: with calculator 

Covering topics 1-32

All Year 8 subjects Next Year 8 Subject - English

Year 9

Autumn Topics Autumn Assessment
  1. FDP review 
  2. Probability
  3. Venn diagrams
  4. Two-way tables 
  5. Simultaneous equations
  6. Solve graphically
  7. Angles review

Multiple-choice quiz 

10 written questions covering topics 33-40
Spring Topics Spring Assessment
  1. Congruence, constructions, loci 
  2. Pythagoras 
  3. Ratio review 
  4. Similarity and enlargement 
  5. Trigonometry 
  6. Algebra review

Multiple-choice quiz 

10 written questions covering topics 41 - 46 

Revision of topics 33 - 40
Summer Topics Summer Assessment
  1. Quadratics
  2. Surds
  3.  Indices 
  4. Standard index form 
  5. Growth and decay

2 written papers 

Paper 1: no calculator

Paper 2: with calculator 

Covering topics 1 - 51

All Year 9 subjects Next Year 9 Subject - English

Year 10 - Foundation

Autumn Topics Autumn Assessment
  1. Arithmetic and place value 
  1. Indices and roots 
  1. Factors, multiples and primes 
  1. Simplifying expressions 
  1. Substitution 
  1. Tables, charts and graphs 
  1. Pie charts 
  1. Scatter graphs 
  1. FDP 
  1. Percentages

Multiple-choice quiz 

10 written questions covering topics 1-7
Spring Topics Spring Assessment
  1. Equations and inequalities 
  1. Sequences 
  1. Properties of shapes 
  1. Parallel lines and angle facts 
  1. Angles in polygons 
  1. statics, sampling and averages 
  1. Perimeter, area and volume

Multiple-choice quiz

10 written questions covering topics 8-16 

Revision of topics 1-7
Summer Topics Summer Assessment
   

All Year 10 subjects Next Year 10 Subject - English

Year 10 - Higher

Autumn Topics Autumn Assessment
  1. Calculations and rounding 
  1. Indices and roots 
  1. Factors, multiples, primes 
  1. Standard form 
  1. Surds 
  1. Simplifying expressions 
  1. Forming equations 
  1. Rearranging and solving 
  1. Averages, range 
  1. Representing and interpreting data 
  1. Scatter graphs 
  1. Fractions and percentages 
  1. Ratio, proportion

Multiple-choice quiz 

10 written questions covering topics 1-7
Spring Topics Spring Assessment
  1. Polygons, angles and parallel lines 
  1. Pythagoras and trigonometry 
  1. Real-life graphs 
  1. Linear graphs and coordinate geometry 
  1. Quadratic, cubic and other graphs 
  1. Perimeter, area and circles 
  1. 3D shapes and volume, cylinders, cones and spheres

Multiple-choice quiz 

10 written questions covering topics 8-16 

Revision of topics 1-7
Summer Topics Summer Assessment
  1. Accuracy and bounds 
  1. Transformations 
  1. Constructions, loci and bearings 
  1. Solving quadratic and simultaneous equations 
  1. Inequalities 
  1. Probability

Mock exam

2 written papers 

Paper 1: no calculator

Paper 2: with calculator 

All topics learned in Y7-10

All Year 10 subjects Next Year 10 Subject - English

Year 11 - Foundation

Autumn Topics Autumn Assessment
  1. Probability 
  1. Multiplicative reasoning 
  1. Plans and elevations 
  1. Constructions, loci and bearings 
  1. Quadratics: expanding and factorising 
  1. Quadratics: graphs 
  1. Circles, cylinders, cones, spheres 
  1. Fractions and reciprocals 
  1. Indices and standard form

Mock exam

2 written papers 

Paper 1: no calculator

Paper 2: with calculator 

All topics learned in Y7-11
Spring Topics Spring Assessment
  1. Similarity and congruence 
  1. Vectors 
  1. Rearranging 
  1. Graphs of cubic and reciprocal functions 
  1. Simultaneous equations 

Revision

Mock exam

2 written papers 

Paper 1: no calculator

Paper 2: with calculator 

All topics learned in Y7-11
Summer Topics Summer Assessment
Revision

GCSE exams

3 written papers

Paper 1: no calculator 

Paper 2: calculator 

Paper 3: calculator 

Any topic can be assessed on any paper.

All Year 11 subjects Next Year 11 Subject - English

Year 11 - Higher

Autumn Topics Autumn Assessment
  1. Multiplicative reasoning 
  1. Similarity and congruence 
  1. Graphs of trig functions 
  1. Further trigonometry 
  1. Collecting data 
  1. Cumulative frequency, box plots, histograms 
  1. Quadratics, sketching 
  1. Graphs of curves 
  1. Circle theorems 
  1. Circle geometry 
  1. Changing the subject 
  1. Algebraic fractions 
  1. Rationalising surds 
  1. Proof

Mock exam

2 written papers 

Paper 1: no calculator

Paper 2: with calculator 

All topics learned in Y7-11
Spring Topics Spring Assessment
  1. Vectors and geometric proof 
  1. Reciprocal and exponential functions 
  1. Gradient and area under graphs

Mock exam

2 written papers 

Paper 1: no calculator

Paper 2: with calculator 

All topics learned in Y7-11
Summer Topics Summer Assessment
 

GCSE exams

3 written papers

Paper 1: no calculator 

Paper 2: calculator 

Paper 3: calculator 

Any topic can be assessed on any paper.

All Year 11 subjects Next Year 11 Subject - English

Sixth form

 

 

Year 12

Content

Mathematics is a challenging and valuable A level qualification, popular because of its stimulating curriculum and its high regard in industry and the employment market. In studying mathematics beyond GCSE, students explore its beauty, both in terms of abstract algebra & proof and its application to real world problems including mechanics modelling and statistical analysis. There is an emphasis on problem solving using logic and an analytical focus, developing key critical thinking skills.  

Pure A level mathematics extends fundamental mathematical skills, such as Algebra and Trigonometry and introduces new topics such as Calculus and Radian Measure. Applied A level mathematics includes Statistics and Mechanics modules, in which ‘real world’ situations are modelled mathematically. Our exam board for A Level maths is Edexcel.
Assessment

Baseline Transition Assessment

End of Unit Assessments Throughout the year, A level mathematicians complete diagnostic tests. These diagnostics allow students to practice exam style questions regularly and help them asses their own level of understanding. 
Students will build up a folder of classwork, homework, revision and diagnostics tests which will prepare them for assessments. Practising full papers and unit tests also prepares students for assessments. 

AUTUMN 2 Assessments: Pure (topics covered so far) 

SPRING 2 MOCK: Pure (full paper) and Applied (topics covered so far)

SUMMER 2: Full AS papers and A2 paper on content covered so far.

All Year 12 subjects Next Year 12 Subject - English

Year 13

Content

Pure Mathematics:

  • Proof
  • Algebra and functions
  • Coordinate geometry in the (x, y) plane
  • Sequences and series
  • Trigonometry
  • Exponentials and logarithms
  • Differentiation
  • Integration
  • Numerical methods
  • Vectors

Statistics:

  • Statistical sampling
  • Data presentation and interpretation
  • Probability
  • Statistical distributions
  • Statistical hypothesis testing

Mechanics:

  • Quantities and units in mechanics
  • Kinematics
  • Forces and Newton’s laws
  • Moments
Assessment
In addition to Year Assessments in line with Year 12, A-Level Mathematics is assessed by examination. Students sit public examinations at the end of year 13. There are three two hour exams (2 Pure/1 Applied) for the A2 qualification. The exams are equally weighted

All Year 13 subjects Next Year 13 Subject - English