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Mathematics Year 9

The mathematics syllabus in Year 9 consists of a series of topics linked to four attainment targets:

Attainment Target 1 Using and Applying Mathematics

Pupils are allowed to develop their thinking and analytical skills through appropriate tasks set within the other three attainment targets.

Attainment Target 2 Number and Algebra

Pupils spend approximately two weeks studying each of the following topics: Fractions, Decimals, Percentages, Place Value and Rounding, Ratio, Negative Numbers, Sequences and Graphs, Equations and Formulae, Integers, Powers and Roots

Attainment Target 3 Shape and Space

Pupils spend approximately two weeks studying each of the following topics: Shapes and Measures, Lines and Angles, Length, Area and Volume, Co-ordinates, Transformations and Constructions.

Attainment Target 4 Handling Data

Pupils will collect data using an appropriate method such as a survey, questionnaire or internet research. They will then present their findings using suitable diagrams. Finally they will analyse their results using appropriate statistical techniques.

Probability is taught as a separate topic.

Pupils are encouraged to express themselves orally, and through pencil and paper and calculator methods throughout the course.

ICT is increasingly used to enhance the study of mathematics.

Year 9 are taught in seven ability sets across the whole year. There is a mock SATs examination week beginning 19/2/06. The period from 7/3/06 until 25/04/06 will be concentrated revision for the SATs examinations working on past papers and workbooks. During the final half-term in the Summer Year 9 pupils will start their GCSE studies.