Introduction:
Mathematics at Thomas Alleyne’s is taught in 8 dedicated maths classrooms, all of which have interactive whiteboards.
Year 9
Students in Year 9 study Number, Algebra, Ratio & Proportion, Geometry & Measures, Statistics and Probability. These areas of study are spread over 20 units and students are assessed every half term. In addition to the half termly assessments there is an end of year exam in the summer term. All students receive 7 hours of maths lessons per fortnight.
Year 10
Students in Year 10 are following the AQA syllabus (8300). They will extend their understanding of Number, Algebra, Ratio & Proportion, Geometry & Measures, Statistics and Probability. They are assessed every half term and will receive an end of year exam in the summer term. All students receive 7 hours of maths lessons per fortnight.
Year 11
Students in Year 11 continue to follow the AQA syllabus (8300). They will extend their understanding of Number, Algebra, Ratio & Proportion, Geometry & Measures, Statistics and Probability. They will complete regular assessments including a mock exam before Christmas. All students receive 7 hours of maths lessons per fortnight.
Year 12
A-Level Mathematics - students follow the Edexcel 2 year linear A-Level course. Students will study pure mathematics, mechanics and statistics. They are assessed every half term and will receive an end of year exam in the summer term. Students will receive 9 hours of maths lessons per fortnight.
A-Level Further Mathematics – students follow the Edexcel 2 year A-Level course. Students will study further pure, mechanics and decision mathematics. They are assessed every half term and will receive an end of year exam in the summer term. Students will receive 7 hours of maths lessons per fortnight.
Year 13
A-Level Mathematics - students follow the Edexcel 2 year linear A-Level course. Students will study pure mathematics, mechanics and statistics. They are assessed every half term with mock exams before Christmas. Students will receive 10 hours of maths lessons per fortnight.
A-Level Further Mathematics – students follow the Edexcel 2 year A-Level course. Students will study further pure, mechanics and decision mathematics. They are assessed every half term with mock exams before Christmas. Students will receive 7 hours of maths lessons per fortnight
Equipment:
Students are expected to bring the following equipment to all Mathematics lessons:
Black Pen
Pencil
Ruler
Protractor
Compass
Calculator
(We recommend the Casio fx-83 GTCW)
Green Pen
All equipment is available to purchase from the Mathematics department and the Thomas Alleyne’s online shop.
Department Members
Mrs R Ibbs: Head of Maths
Mr R Freestone: Deputy Head of Maths
Mr B Lloyd: Deputy Head of Maths
Mr C Phillips: Teacher of Maths
Mr R Bury: Teacher of Maths, Teacher of ICT
Mrs A Valdez: Teacher of Maths
Mrs R Fletcher: Teacher of Maths, Teacher of Physical Education
Mrs K Alcock: Teacher of Maths
Mrs J Gill: Intervention Tutor
Mrs L Barker: Intervention Tutor
Extra-Curricular: The department arranges various extracurricular activities including entry to the UK Maths Challenge competitions, the House Maths competition and trips to the Maths Inspiration lectures.