Mathematics Department

Head of Department: Dr Tony Thamia

Mathematics involves the study of quantity, structure, space and change. Its centrality to human advancement means that it is not only a core subject in its own right, but is incorporated into other areas of the curriculum, such as geography, music and science. It is the means of communicating complex ideas as well as the tool for further investigation and development.

The syllabus is divided into the following four main areas:

• Number problems
• Shape and space
• Measure and weight
• Data handling

As a core subject, maths is examined at 11+ for girls and at 13+ for boys. Additional tuition is timetabled prior to examinations, to ensure that all pupils are well prepared.