Mathematics
At City, we nurture mathematical minds. It is a subject taught beyond the curriculum.
Mathematics at City
Mathematics is a core subject that many students continue to pursue at A level and university. We encourage our flourishing mathematicians to seek and apply maths in their daily lives, and appreciate its ability to elucidate scientific disciplines.
Why study Mathematics at City?
The aim of the mathematics department is to inspire confidence and encourage risk taking by building upon the natural mathematical abilities of our students. Mathematics has a high profile at City. Pupils are nurtured in their enthusiasm for mathematics and given every opportunity to flourish.
Pupils are encouraged to talk about mathematics and actively participate in their learning by taking part in UKMT National Mathematics Challenges, Mathematics Olympiads and the House Mathematics Challenge. They are inspired by a dedicated team who are committed to providing excellent opportunities for learning and support, enabling the pupils to realise their full potential. We are delighted with the results the girls at City achieve, and the fact that over 70% of pupils continue to study mathematics in the sixth form is indicative of their success.
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Curriculum
Year 7-9
In year 7 the foundation is laid for the iGCSE course; the students follow a programme of study encompassing number, algebra, space and shape, and data handling. Techniques are developed and extended throughout these years. A range of practical activities support students learning and mental skills are routinely consolidated. Students also use ICT to assist their learning.
Year 10-11
In year 10 and 11 students extend their concepts in numbers, algebra, space and shape, and data handling in preparation for mathematics iGCSE which is examined at the end of year 11. Girls in the top mathematics set or top two sets are also prepared for AQA's Level 2 Certificate in Further Mathematics, at the discretion of the head of department.
"I have really enjoyed studying maths and further maths at City. Maths is fun at A level because you have difficult problems you can talk through with the class and you learn that maths is very applicable to the outside world."
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24 November 2023
Year 12 mathematicians had a great trip to the maths in action conference last week. Topics covered included Fermat's last theorem and transforming mobius strips, how MRI scanners function & how numbers determine which musical notes sound good together.
