MATHEMATICS

Mathematics is an essential subject for everyone at IGCSE level. It facilitates the understanding within many other subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Economics and Geography, to name a few.

Mathematics will be taught in sets according to ability (these can change throughout the year). Our accelerated sets will take on Further Mathematics in Year 11 (after completing the IGCSE syllabus by the end of Year 10), where they will be challenged, stretched, and get a taste of A Level contents. Enrichment will be provided for every pupil regardless of their abilities – ranging from regular support clinics every week to Maths Society.

Whilst ensuring the pupils are fully prepared to get the best grades they can obtain, the Mathematics Department will endeavour to provide a broad and compelling curriculum which will develop their interest and passion for the subject.

The IGCSE Mathematics course is broadly split into five key areas: Numbers; Algebra; Graphs; Shape and Space; and Handling Data. It also provides preparation for further study through topics such as Functions, Basic Calculus and Set Theory.

Examination board: Pearson Edexcel IGCSE (Specification A) (9-1) (4MA1)

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The qualification comprises two papers (of equal difficulty) taken in the Summer Term. Both are calculator papers and two hours long, and all of our pupils take the Higher Tier.