Why we teach maths

To provide students with the opportunity to develop key skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, data analysis and communication. The learnt skills open a wide range of opportunities in the real world and benefit our students by increasing their personal aspirations and form the foundation for future study in higher education. Through multiple representation and differentiation in teaching resources, students are challenged to increase their confidence in Maths and articulate their thoughts and ideas through mathematical principles.

Our vision for maths at St Paul's

Reason mathematically - The process of applying logical and critical thinking to a mathematical problem in order to decide upon the correct strategy to use or not use. In reaching a solution.

Build mathematical fluency - Developing the fundamental skills within mathematics through varied forms of frequent practice. While also being able to recall key facts and information of key principles.

Connections between topics in Maths - Identify connections among mathematical ideas; understand how mathematical ideas interconnect and build on one another to produce a coherent whole.

Problem solve in context - The ability to use and compare different mathematical principles in order to solve problems given in a variety of different contexts. Through strategies such as reflection, analysis and modelling.

Head of Department: Mr S Abayomi