| Departmental Staff | |
| Mr D Munnings | Co-Curriculum Leader |
| Mr S Wan | Co-Curriculum Leader KS5 Coordinator |
| Mr C Wilson | 2nd in Department KS4 Coordinator |
| Mrs J Smith | KS3 Coordinator |
| Mrs D Bamford | Mathematics Teacher School SENCO |
| Miss M Coughtrey | Mathematics Teacher |
| Mrs A Egan | Mathematics Teacher |
| Ms A Parkin | Mathematics Teacher |
| Miss L Parker | Mathematics Teacher |
| Mr D Hopwood | Specialist TA |
Curriculum
Mathematics plays a vital role in your child’s education. It helps develop essential skills such as logical thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to work with numbers and data. These skills are not only important for success in school but also in everyday life, future careers, and further academic study.
We aim to make Maths engaging, challenging, and rewarding for all students. Whether solving a tricky problem, discovering a new method, or spotting patterns, we want students to experience the joy and satisfaction that comes from learning and achieving in Maths.
Our Aims
- Set high expectations and challenging targets for every student.
- Deliver inspiring and varied lessons that encourage active participation.
- Teach Maths rigorously through clear, structured instruction.
- Support smooth transitions between Key Stages and ensure consistent progress.
- Offer enrichment opportunities beyond the classroom.
Our Objectives
- Use numeracy skills confidently in everyday life.
- Apply Maths in their chosen career or further education.
- Solve real-world problems using logical reasoning.
- Understand and explain how mathematical processes work.
- Recognise patterns and use them to make predictions.
- Choose appropriate strategies to solve problems.
- Follow and understand clear, logical instructions.
- Take pride in their achievements and enjoy learning Maths.
- Achieve their best possible results at KS3, KS4, and beyond.
Support & Homework
We offer regular support to help students succeed:
– Lunchtime Help Sessions: Monday to Thursday, 12:45–1:00pm. A member of the Maths team is available to help with homework or classwork. Students should bring their work and any questions.
– Homework: Set in line with school policy, with feedback provided to help students improve.
Online Resources
Students have access to excellent online platforms for extra practice and support:
- Dr Frost Maths – Interactive lessons and instant feedback.
- MyMaths – Practice tasks and tutorials.
- Corbett Maths – Video walkthroughs, “5-a-day” practice, and GCSE revision.
Students have personal logins for these platforms. Please contact your child’s teacher if you need help accessing them.
Celebrating Maths
We encourage students to enjoy and celebrate Maths through:
- UKMT Mathematical Challenges (Years 7–13)
- Maths Week England
- Pi Day celebrations in March
- Competitions across Years 7–11
Final Message
We wish your child a happy and successful year of Maths. Whether they find it easy or challenging, we believe every student can make progress and enjoy the journey. With structured lessons, support, and opportunities to shine, we’re here to help every step of the way.
Happy Maths!
