Mathematics

Mathematics

Our aim is to motivate, inspire and equip students to achieve their mathematical potential. We provide outstanding teaching and learning that enhances students’ enjoyment, confidence, attainment and progress in Mathematics.

 

Staff

Mr S Ahmad

Head of Mathematics

Mr T Hemissi

Assistant Headteacher and Teacher of Maths

Miss J McGregor

Assistant Headteacher and Teacher of Maths

Mr A Ahmad

Teacher of Mathematics

Miss C Butterworth

Teacher of Mathematics

Mr G Eldridge

Teacher of Mathematics

Mr P Hammond

Teacher of Mathematics

Mrs C Howarth

Teacher of Mathematics

Mrs Z Khattak

Teacher of Mathematics

Miss R Le Mottee

Teacher of Mathematics

Mr A Lewis

Teacher of Mathematics

Mr N Makin

Teacher of Mathematics

Miss S Milne

Teacher of Mathematics

Mr S Walsh

Teacher of Mathematics

Mr Y Hussain

Teacher of Mathematics

Key Stage Three

Key Stage Three (Years 7, 8 and 9) is about broadening our students’ knowledge within the stands of ‘fluency, problem solving and reasoning.’ This is achieved through exploring aspects of each strand in a greater depth to gain a better understanding of the underpinning topics of mathematics. 

Throughout the course of Key Stage Three Mathematics at Unity College, students acquire the knowledge and skills to prepare them for the wider world and provide them with the foundations required to start their Key Stage Four journey. 

Year 7 

In year 7, students build on prior mathematical knowledge in numbers and the number system, algebra, ratio and proportion and geometry. Students develop their reasoning skills through challenging problems written in unfamiliar contexts. Lessons will synthesize core learning with previously learned material that extends where appropriate. 

Year 8 

During Year 8, students build up knowledge learned at Key Stage Two and during Year 7, in numbers and the number system algebra, radio and proportion and geometry. Students develop their reasoning skills through challenging problems written in unfamiliar contexts. Lessons will synthesize core learning with previously learned material that extends where appropriate. 

Year 9 

During Year 9, students build upon knowledge learned in previous years, in numbers and the number system, algebra, ratio and proportion, geometry and probability. Students develop their reasoning skills through challenging problems written in unfamiliar contexts. Lessons will synthesize core learning with previously learned material that extends where appropriate, whilst learning to become increasingly independent, demonstrating application on concepts learned. 

Key Stage Four

Students at Unity College study the Edexcel (Pearson) GCSE in Mathematics at Higher or Foundation tier. Pearson’s GCSE (graded 9 – 1) in Mathematics provides a broad, coherent, satisfying and worthwhile course of study. It encourages learners to develop confidence in, and a positive attitude towards mathematics and to recognise the importance of mathematics in their own lives and to society. It also provides a strong mathematical foundation for learners who go on to study mathematics at a higher level, post-16. 

The Pearson GCSE emphasises and encourages: 

  • Sound understanding of concepts
  • Fluency in procedural skill
  • Competency to apply mathematical skills in a range of contexts 
  • Confidence in mathematical problem solving