Mathematics at Deira International School
Mathematics is everywhere! Students will learn how to manipulate, calculate, analyse, and reason whilst applying these skills to real-life problems. Our curriculum is designed for pupils to become knowledgeable and deep mathematical thinkers, this is achieved through purposeful practice, independent home learning opportunities and an emersion in mathematical technology. Problem-solving will form a significant part of the KS3 curriculum in which students will have to recall knowledge and skills across multiple topics to obtain a solution. IGCSE Mathematics begins in Year 9 at Deira International School and progresses though key stage 4 into year 10 and 11. All pupils are challenged to be the best mathematicians they are capable of being and every mathematics teacher ensures that pupils have access to the foundations of the subject all the way through to the “DIS Maths Mastery” standard in each unit of teaching.
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Curriculum Intention
Students will learn about number, algebra, data and shape. They will learn how to: analyse and display data; number skills; solve equations; use functions and formulae; manipulate fractions; solve angles and shape problems; calculate with decimals; use multiplicative reasoning; calculate perimeter, area and volume; work with sequences and linear graphs.
Students build on the mathematics learnt at KS2, strengthening their mental maths skills in each key area of the subject without the use of a calculator. The skills that Year 7 pupils acquire over the year have been selected to be both challenging, stimulating and to ensure a smooth transition to the IGCSE Edexcel qualification.
Curriculum Implementation
In Year 7, students will be taught through many learning platforms including interactive websites. Sparx, MathsWatch and Century Tech are used to enhance understanding and provide regular revision.
There will also be student-led investigative lessons activities which allows for students to explore topics and teachers to formatively assess progress throughout the entire lesson.
All lessons will include recall questions, whether in the connect the learning activities or interleaved into the lesson, to ensure students are retaining knowledge.
Assessment
Two assessments per term will be carried out to measure student progress, the assessments will be cumulative and will therefore include all work learnt up to that point (including expected knowledge from previous years).
Wider Curriculum
Our highest attaining students in KS3 will have the opportunity to take part in the UKMT Junior Mathematics challenge as well as a city-wide mathematics competition.
Curriculum Impact
By the end of Year 7 we expect the students to have developed the following skills;
1. Numeric and algebraic manipulation
2. Geometric and proportional reasoning
3. Analyse and display data in various contexts
4. Problem-solving
5. Independent discovery
6. Application of knowledge to real-life scenarios
7. Reflect and evaluate mathematical methods
8. Work collaboratively to obtain knowledge
We hope for the students to develop a passion for Mathematics and for them to see how it applies to every-day life. We want the students to leave their lessons excited, and proud of a challenge they have overcome that day. Students should become resilient and not afraid of making mistakes, as this is seen as an opportunity for further understanding.
Curriculum Intention
Students will learn about number, algebra, data and shape. They will learn how to: identify and use factors; manipulate powers; work with 2D and 3D shapes; plot and interpret real-life graphs; draw and describe transformations; convert and compare fractions, decimals and percentages; accurately draw constructions and loci; calculate probability; accurately construct and interpret a scale drawing; use compound measures; work with the equation of linear graphs.
We build on the foundations learnt at KS2 and year 7, strengthening their mental maths skills in each key area of the subject whilst introducing the use of a calculator. The skills that Year 8 pupils acquire over the year have been selected to be both challenging, stimulating and to ensure a smooth transition to the IGCSE Edexcel qualification.
Curriculum Implementation
In Year 8, students will be taught through many learning platforms including interactive websites. Sparx, MathsWatch and Century Tech are used to enhance understanding and provide regular revision. Students are expected to own their own scientific calculator and will over time master its use.
There will also be student-led investigative lessons activities which allow students to explore topics and teachers to formatively assess progress throughout the entire lesson.
All lessons will include recall questions, whether in the connect the learning activities or interleaved into the lesson, to ensure students are retaining knowledge.
Assessment
Two assessments per term will be carried out to measure student progress, the assessments will be cumulative and will therefore include all work learnt up to that point (including expected knowledge from previous years).
Wider Curriculum
Our highest attaining students in KS3 will have the opportunity to take part in the UKMT Junior Mathematics challenge as well as a city-wide mathematics competition.
Curriculum Impact
By the end of Year 8 we expect the students to have developed the following skills;
1. Numeric and algebraic manipulation
2. Geometric and proportional reasoning
3. Analyse and display data in various contexts
4. Problem-solving
5. Independent discovery
6. Application of knowledge to real-life scenarios
7. Reflect and evaluate mathematical methods
8. Work collaboratively to obtain knowledge
9. Use technology to support their understanding
We hope for the students to develop a passion for Mathematics and for them to see how it applies to every-day life. We want the students to leave their lessons excited, and proud of
a challenge they have overcome that day. Students should become resilient and not afraid of making mistakes, as this is seen as an opportunity for further understanding.
Curriculum Intention
Students will learn about number, algebra, statistics and shape. We build on the foundations learnt at KS2 and KS3, strengthening their skills in each key area of the subject. The skills that Year 9 pupils acquire over the year have been selected as we begin the IGCSE Edexcel syllabus.
During year 9 pupils will enhance their independent thinking, problem-solving skills and an ability to apply knowledge to real-life events such as: calculating VAT using percentages; using straight line graphs to estimate future costs of a business; calculate with angle facts the required dimensions an architect might need; use measures to calculate the density of various metals.
Curriculum Implementation
In Year 9, students will be taught through many learning platforms including interactive websites. Sparx, MathsWatch and Century Tech are used to enhance understanding and provide regular revision. Students are expected to own their own scientific calculator and will over time master its use.
There will also be student-led investigative lessons activities which allows for students to explore topics and teachers to formatively assess progress throughout the entire lesson.
All lessons will include recall questions, whether in the connect the learner activities or interleaved into the lesson, to ensure students are retaining knowledge.
Assessment
Two assessments per term will be carried out to measure student progress, the assessments will be cumulative and will therefore include all work learnt up to that point (including expected knowledge from previous years).
Wider Curriculum
Our highest attaining students will have the opportunity to take part in the UKMT Junior Mathematics challenge as well as a city-wide mathematics competition.
Curriculum Impact
By the end of Year 9 we expect the students to have developed the following skills;
1. Numeric and algebraic manipulation
2. Geometric and proportional reasoning
3. Analyse and display data in various contexts
4. Problem-solving
5. Independent discovery
6. Application of knowledge to real-life scenarios
7. Reflect and evaluate mathematical methods
8. Work collaboratively to obtain knowledge
9. Use technology to support their understanding
We hope for the students to develop a passion for Mathematics and for them to see how it applies to every-day life. We want the students to leave their lessons excited, and proud of a challenge they have overcome that day. Students should become resilient and not afraid of making mistakes, as this is seen as an opportunity for further understanding.