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  • Art Club

    Join the art club where everyone is passionate about art. Create and discuss all things art and make new friends along the way. Go Art Club Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Art Club Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 8 Contact See EduLink for further details Unleash your creativity and explore the vibrant world of art with The Westgate School secondary phase art clubs! Whether you’re a budding artist or an experienced creator, our clubs offer a welcoming space for all skill levels. Here’s why you should join: Diverse Artistic Opportunities : From painting and drawing to sculpture and digital art, our clubs cover a wide range of artistic disciplines. There’s something for everyone! Expert Guidance : Learn from experienced instructors and guest artists who provide valuable insights and techniques to help you grow as an artist. Collaborative Environment : Connect with fellow art enthusiasts, share ideas, and collaborate on exciting projects. Our clubs foster a supportive and inspiring community. Exhibitions and Events : Showcase your work in our regular exhibitions and participate in art events that celebrate creativity and talent. Creative Freedom : Express yourself freely and explore new styles and mediums in a judgement-free zone. Our clubs encourage experimentation and innovation. Join the School Art Clubs today and embark on a creative journey that will enrich your artistic skills and connect you with a passionate community of artists. Let’s create something amazing together! Book here Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

  • Barracudas

    Sign up to barracudas for holiday childcare at The Wesgtate School, Winchester Go Barracudas Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Barracudas Internal / External External Age Range 4½ to 14 Contact Kids Activity Camp In Winchester | Holiday Club In Winchester | Barracudas Barracudas camps provide exceptional school holiday childcare for 4½ to 14 year olds. With unrivalled activities and fantastic facilities, we offer great value for money at our activity day camps. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

  • Winchester Schools Training Alliance | The Westgate School

    Collaborate and grow with the Winchester Schools Training Alliance for professional development. Go Winchester Schools Training Alliance Go Winchester Schools Training Alliance Lead Professional: Mrs. K Evans (Deputy Headteacher) Winchester Schools Training Alliance is a partnership of twenty-two schools in the Winchester area.  Led by The Westgate School, our aim is to improve children’s educational experience in the Winchester area by: Providing high-quality training for the adults who work with those children, through initial teacher training and continuing professional development. Sharing what we know and what we do, so that all our colleagues and all our schools can benefit. Educational standards across our local area are high, with most institutions rated ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’ and this gives us the confidence and capacity to contribute to whole-system improvement across our region. Currently, we offer school led training places in 9 of our alliance schools. Our trainees attend the University of Winchester, which has recently achieved another Outstanding rating from Ofsted for its teaching courses. Find out more about the Alliance, or how to join the programme and train to teach at  www.winchesterschoolspartnership.org Go Collaborative Working & partnerships Next page Home Our School Headteacher's Welcome Ofsted Safeguarding Statutory Information | SEND Policies Admissions Governance Pupil Premium | Catch-up Statement Exam Results Vacancies School News House System Calendar & Open Events Collaborative Working & Partnerships Contact

  • Medicines & Treatment Consent Form

    Access The Westgate School’s medicines and treatment consent form, with guidance for parents on submitting medical information and authorising in‑school care. Medicines & Treatment Consent Form Medicines & Treatment Consent Form The Westgate will undertake to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation and guidance in Health Guidance for Schools with regard to procedures for supporting children with medical requirements, including managing medicines. It is our policy to manage prescribed medicines (ie; antibiotics, inhalers) where appropriate, following consultation and agreement with and written consent from parents/carers. Secondary Phase School (Years 7-11) pupils requiring medicines during the School Day must hand a completed and signed Administration of Medicines & Treatment Consent Form along with clearly labelled and named medication to Secondary Phase School Reception, for storage in the Secondary School Medical Room, as soon as they arrive. Primary Phase (Years R-6) pupils or parents should hand the same to the Primary Phase Reception for storage in the Primary Phase Medical Room. Unused medicines beyond their expiry date will be returned to parents in a sealed envelope, for disposal. Administration of Medicines & Treatment Consent Form Home Parents & Pupils School Teaching Hours Exam Information Edulink PSA Pupil Portal School Uniform Authorised Absence Request Medicines & Treatment Consent Form Senior School Council Parent Information Army Cadet Detachment

  • Parent Information

    Helpful information, guidance and useful resources to support your child’s learning, wellbeing and experience at The Westgate School. Parent Information Children & Smartphone Resources Screen time tips Bullying Grooming Isolation and loneliness Family digital detox Sleep and mental health issues A health briefing on the evidenced risks of smart devices and social media in school-age children: summary Source: healthprofessionalsforsaferscreens.org Home Parents & Pupils School Teaching Hours Exam Information Edulink PSA Pupil Portal School Uniform Authorised Absence Request Medicines & Treatment Consent Form Senior School Council Parent Information Army Cadet Detachment

  • Calendar & Open Events | The Westgate School

    The calendar and open events page of The Westgate School provides details about upcoming key dates, school events, and open days for prospective pupils and parents. This information helps visitors stay informed about important activities, deadlines, and opportunities to explore the school. For more details, visit The Westgate School's Calendar and Open Events page. Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Calendar & Open Events Term Dates / Inset Days - Academic Year 2026-27 Term Dates / Inset Days - Academic Year 2026-27 AUTUMN TERM - 01/09/26 - 18/12/26 (first day for pupils 02/09/26) Inset Day - 01/09/26 Half-Term - 26/10/26 ~ 30/10/26 Inset Day - 27/11/26 Inset Day - 30/11/26 SPRING TERM - 04/01/27 - 25/03/27 Half-Term - 15/02/27 - 22/02/27 Inset Day - 25/03/37 SUMMER TERM - 12/04/27 ~ 21/07/27 May Bank Holiday - 03/05/27 Half-Term - 31/05/27 - 04/06/27 Inset Day - 18/06/27 AUTUMN TERM - 01/09/26 - 18/12/26 (first day for pupils 02/09/26) Inset Day - 01/09/26 Half-Term - 26/10/26 ~ 30/10/26 Inset Day - 27/11/26 Inset Day - 30/11/26 SPRING TERM - 04/01/27 - 25/03/27 Half-Term - 15/02/27 - 19/02/27 Inset Day - 25/03/27 SUMMER TERM - 12/04/27 ~ 21/07/27 May Bank Holiday - 03/05/27 Half-Term - 31/05/27 - 04/06/27 Inset Day - 18/06/27 Open Events The best way to experience our school is to see it in action. We hold regular open events for prospective pupils and parents/carers to attend. Booking for secondary phase events will open nearer the time so please make a note in your diary. We regret that we're unable to offer tours of the school outside of the open events. Primary Phase Open Event Dates: Open Mornings run on Wednesday 14th October 2026 and Thursday 22nd October 2026. No booking required Please arrive for 9am talk and the tour will follow. Refreshments will be available. Secondary Phase Open Event Dates: Wednesday 23rd June 2027, 9-11am Booking will open closer to the time of the event. Parking details for all events Parking Information for All Events As we welcome you to the school, you will appreciate parking is of a premium, therefore, kindly request if you may consider alternative ways of making your way to the school. There will be a few spaces on the court at the back of the Cheriton Road Car Park and the barrier will be raised for this event. There will be signs directing you to this area. Please only use designated spaces and please also park considerately -thank you. We also strongly encourage the use of many spaces on Chilbolton Avenue (please see map below). Please be advised parking will be limited directly outside the school on Cheriton Road. 5 minute Park & Stride Route & Drop off/ Pick up zone. Train To Teach Events: The Winchester Schools Training Alliance provides high-quality teacher training through a partnership of good and outstanding primary and secondary schools in the Winchester area. We arrange open mornings for prospective trainees across our alliance schools. For booking information see Winchester Schools Training Alliance website Home Our School Headteacher's Welcome Ofsted Safeguarding Statutory Information | SEND Policies Admissions Governance Pupil Premium | Catch-up Statement Exam Results Vacancies School News House System Calendar & Open Events Collaborative Working & Partnerships Contact

  • Exam Information

    Find key exam information for The Westgate School, including schedules, guidance and support to help pupils prepare confidently for upcoming assessments. Exam Information Examinations at The Westgate School The school uses a wide range of assessment techniques to monitor pupil progress and help ensure all children continue to move forwards with their learning. In addition to classroom-based assessment and tests, at key times throughout their secondary school journey pupils will take more formal mock examinations - these are a vital way of preparing pupils for what they will experience in their real GCSEs. They help children develop their revision skills; their time management; their emotional resilience within exam conditions; as well as their exam technique - and they provide teachers will invaluable information which we use to inform our curriculum planning in the months leading up to the GCSE exams. Pupils will sit formal mock examinations in: The summer term of Year 10 (after the Year 11 GCSEs are finished) The autumn term of Year 11 (a few weeks before the Christmas holidays) February of Year 11 for English, Maths and Science only Exact timetables will be published to pupils in the build-up to each exam series and can be found below. Tutors and colleagues within school will work with pupils to reassure, support and prepare them for these mock examinations, and parents will be provided with information in our Partners in Learning events throughout the year. Attendance at exams Attendance is vital in this last year. Every day missed has an effect and poor attendance clearly affects results. Even more important is ensuring that pupils attend all examinations and arrive in good time to ensure that they are mentally prepared to walk into their exams and achieve their best. We work closely with our Attendance Manager, and penalty issues may be issued, should attendance be poor. Revision It is vital that you help and support your child plan and structure revision time, ensuring the build-up to both Mock exams and the real GCSEs is used effectively. There are additional resources on how parents can support their child with revision on EduLink, in the Noticeboard tab. Work and wellbeing Year 11 can be a stressful year as pupils prepare for their examinations. We follow a programme in Tutor time which tries to anticipate possible issues in terms of stress. Possible helpful site: anxietyuk.org.uk - exam-stress Exam Dates 26-27 Year 11 November Mock Timetable 2026 AI Poster AI Asessments Coursework assessments Guidance for parents, carers and students about access arrangements Information for Candidates | Privacy Notice Non-examination assessments On-screen tests Preparing to sit your exams Using social media and examinations/assessments Unauthorised items poster Written examinations Warning to candidates Home Parents & Pupils School Teaching Hours Exam Information Edulink PSA Pupil Portal School Uniform Authorised Absence Request Medicines & Treatment Consent Form Senior School Council Parent Information Army Cadet Detachment

  • Computing | Computer Science

    Go Computing | Computer Science Thriving in a digital world Go Our Computing curriculum intends to: Develop pupils' understanding of Computer Science, Information Technology and Digital Literacy in order to prepare all pupils to thrive in an increasingly digital world. Develop these strands to enable pupils to apply computational thinking to be better problem solvers. Enable pupils to be confident users of IT, applying IT effectively to real world situations and to know how they and others can use IT safely. Computing All subjects use Computing as part of their curriculum access and delivery. Pupils will develop their knowledge often by using focused research requiring effective use of the internet, as well as having the opportunity to develop their IT literacy and capability using subject relevant applications, particularly in Maths, Design & Technology and Media. Most subjects make use of Computing for effective home learning management, exam preparation and revision, helping to develop skills required for both GCSE and beyond. The GCSE Computer Science course will develop and apply analytic, problem-solving, design, and computational thinking skills. In addition, aspects of these skills are developed within other subjects including Maths and Science. The Personal Development lessons focus on the safety aspects and reporting of concerns. At Key Stage 4, the Computing curriculum is delivered through a combination of Computing lessons, integration with other subjects and through personal development lessons. Why Learn Computing? A high-quality computing education equips pupils to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. Computing has deep links with maths, science and design and technology, and provides insights into both natural and artificial systems. The core of computing is computer science, in which pupils are taught the principles of information and computation, how digital systems work and how to put this knowledge to use through programming. Building on this knowledge and understanding, pupils are equipped to use information technology to create programs, systems and a range of content. Computing also ensures that pupils become digitally literate, able to express themselves and develop their ideas through information and communication technology, at a level suitable for the future workplace and as active participants in a digital world. Computer Science has real relevance in our modern world. The course will give an in-depth understanding of how computer technology works and a look at what goes on behind the scenes. The course provides excellent preparation for higher study and employment in the field of Computer Science. The increasing importance of information technologies means there is a growing demand for professionals who are qualified in this area. Computing Compliance Document EYFS | KS1 Content KS2 Content Year 7 & 8 Content Year 9 Content Year 10 & 11 Content What will pupils learn in Computing? Pupils' confident and assured use of new technology is developed through its application across the curriculum. Discrete skills in coding and programming are taught over the primary years which culminates in a programming project in Year 6 led by a specialist teacher of computing. As part of the syllabus we will reflect on the need for ensuring safe use of computers and the internet. Key stage 1 course contents Pupils are taught to: understand what algorithms are; how they are implemented as programs on digital devices; and that programs. execute by following precise and unambiguous instructions. create and debug simple programs. use logical reasoning to predict the behaviour of simple programs. use technology purposefully to create, organise, store, manipulate and retrieve digital content. recognise common uses of information technology beyond school. use technology safely and respectfully, keeping personal information private; identify where to go for help and support when they have concerns about content or contact on the internet or other online technologies. What will pupils learn in Computing? Pupils' confident and assured use of new technology is developed through its application across the curriculum. Discrete skills in coding and programming are taught over the primary years which culminates in a programming project in Year 6 led by a specialist teacher of computing. As part of the syllabus we will reflect on the need for ensuring safe use of computers and the internet. Key stage 2 course contents Pupils are taught to: design, write and debug programs that accomplish specific goals, including controlling or simulating physical systems; solve problems by decomposing them into smaller parts. use sequence, selection, and repetition in programs; work with variables and various forms of input and output. use logical reasoning to explain how some simple algorithms work and to detect and correct errors in algorithms and programs. understand computer networks including the internet; how they can provide multiple services, such as the world wide web; and the opportunities they offer for communication and collaboration. use search technologies effectively, appreciate how results are selected and ranked, and be discerning in evaluating digital content. select, use and combine a variety of software (including internet services) on a range of digital devices to design and create a range of programs, systems and content that accomplish given goals, including collecting, analysing, evaluating and presenting data and information. use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly; recognise acceptable/unacceptable behaviour; identify a range of ways to report concerns about content and contact. Year 7 and 8 Computing Computing is delivered through a combination of Computing lessons, integration with other subjects and through personal development lessons. Pupils will be introduced to a broad range of new skills which will develop their digital competencies in the following areas: Algorithms — Be able to comprehend, design, create, and evaluate algorithms Computer networks — Understand how networks can be used to retrieve and share information, and how they come with associated risks Computer systems — Understand what a computer is, and how its constituent parts function together as a whole Creating media — Select and create a range of media including text, images, sounds, and video Data and information — Understand how data is stored, organised, and used to represent real-world artefacts and scenarios Design and development — Understand the activities involved in planning, creating, and evaluating computing artefacts Effective use of tools — Use software tools to support computing work Impact of technology — Understand how individuals, systems, and society as a whole interact with computer systems Programming — Create software to allow computers to solve problems Safety and security — Understand risks when using technology, and how to protect individuals and systems Year 7 In Year 7 pupils will be encouraged to extend and deepen their knowledge in different areas: Collaborating on line effectively – E-Safety Gaining support for a cause - Media From semaphores to the internet – Networks Programming – Scratch Modelling data - spreadsheets Year 8 In Year 8 pupils will be encouraged to extend and deepen their knowledge in different areas: Understanding computers – Computer systems Data representation Introduction to Python – Programming Developing for the web – HTML & CSS Media design – Vector graphics Mobile app development - Programming Year 9 Computing Core and Computer Science (option) Computing is delivered through a combination of Computing lessons, integration with other subjects and through personal development lessons. Pupils will be introduced to a broad range of new skills which will develop their digital competencies in the following areas: Algorithms — Be able to comprehend, design, create, and evaluate algorithms Computer networks — Understand how networks can be used to retrieve and share information, and how they come with associated risks Computer systems — Understand what a computer is, and how its constituent parts function together as a whole Creating media — Select and create a range of media including text, images, sounds, and video Data and information — Understand how data is stored, organised, and used to represent real-world artefacts and scenarios Design and development — Understand the activities involved in planning, creating, and evaluating computing artefacts Effective use of tools — Use software tools to support computing work Impact of technology — Understand how individuals, systems, and society as a whole interact with computer systems Programming — Create software to allow computers to solve problems Safety and security — Understand risks when using technology, and how to protect individuals and systems Year 9 Core Computing In Year 9 pupils will be encouraged to extend and deepen their knowledge in different areas: Media animation – Media Data Science Representations going audio-visual – Data representation Cybersecurity – E-Safety Artificial intelligence Physical Computing – Programming Y ear 9 Computer Science (option) Programming – Basics with Python Advanced programming concepts - Python programming Programming Projects & Challenges Algorithms – sorting & searching Introduction to Computer Systems Introduction to Computer networks Cybersecurity – protecting computers & networks Key stage 4 – Core Computing and GCSE Computer Science (option) At KS4 the core Computing curriculum is delivered through a combination of Computing lessons, integration with other subjects and through personal development lessons focusing on the following learning areas: · developing capability, creativity and knowledge in computer science, digital media and information technology · developing and applying analytic, problem-solving, design, and computational thinking skills · understanding how changes in technology affect safety, including new ways to protect their online privacy and identity, and how to report a range of concerns. GCSE Computing – Year 10 and 11 (option) The topics covered in Year 10 and 11 include: Fundamentals of algorithms Programming in Python Data Representation Computer Systems Computer Networks Cyber security Relational databases and structured query language (SQL) Ethical, legal and environmental impacts of digital technology Assessment: A 2 hour written exam set covering: computational thinking, code tracing, problem-solving, programming concepts including the design of effective algorithms and the designing, writing, testing and refining of code. - 50%. A 1 hour 45 minute written exam covering the theoretical units - 50%. Throughout the course pupils will be expected to develop their programming skills with projects to help them design, write, test and refine their programs. (These are not formally assessed and do not contribute marks towards the final grade) Course Skills: Pupils learn theory across all the sections of the Computer Science specification and learn how data is represented within a computer, how to convert between denary, binary and hexadecimal, computer hardware and network topologies. Pupils develop problem solving and decomposition skills and learn how solutions can be represented as algorithms and flowcharts as well as code. Pupils learn how to solve problems by creating python programs using a range of structures and techniques. Assessment: Pupils will have regular assessments at the end of each teaching unit. These assessments will be completed in class time. Home Learning: Home learning will follow the ‘flipped learning’ approach where pupils will be expected to carry out some pre-learning and preparation ready for each lesson. In addition pupils will be encouraged to practise their programming to support work carried out in class and to work on their own personal projects that incorporate a skill-set that goes beyond the GCSE requirements. Exam Board: AQA - 8525 Our Curriculum Curriculum Intent Options Careers Employers Curriculum Subjects Art | Fine Art Computing | Computer Science English Design Technology Drama Food Preparation & Nutrition French Geography German History Latin Maths Media Studies Music Personal Development Photography Physical Education Religious Education Science Sculpture Spanish The Wellbeing Curriculum

  • Debate Club

    Step into the world of words with our Debating Club! It’s the perfect platform to sharpen your critical thinking. Go Debate Club Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Debate Club Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 11 Contact See EduLink for further details Step into the world of words with our Debating Club! It’s the perfect platform to sharpen your critical thinking, enhance your public speaking skills, and engage in lively discussions. Join us to explore diverse perspectives, build confidence, and become a persuasive communicator. Let’s debate and grow together! Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

  • School 'Vox' Choir

    Go School 'Vox' Choir Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings School 'Vox' Choir Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 11 Contact See EduLink for further details School Choir is exciting and brilliant to be a member of. It is open to all pupils with a keen interest in singing and is led by the most amazingly talented Singing and Piano teacher from Hampshire Music Service, Mr Andrew Hayman. He is also the Director of the County Youth Choir. The Choir will develop vocal technique and encourage general musicianship skills through-out the year, as well as develop a good social network of like-minded musicians. As well as some traditional repertoire the choir looks to explore all different choral genres, including musical theatre and contemporary songs in multiple parts. Singers will have the opportunity to take part in events such as school concerts, celebrations, ‘Go West’ Festival, and wider community events including this October performing at the Winchester University Graduation Ceremony at Winchester Cathedral and leading the singing in the School Carol Service in Winchester Cathedral in December. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

  • Subject Specialist Curriculum Support Year R to 11 | The Westgate School

    Access expert subject specialist curriculum support to enhance teaching and learning. Go Subject Specialist Curriculum Support Year R to 11 Go Subject Specialist Curriculum Support Year R to 11 Lead Professionals: Mr. P Hurley; Mr. D Barton and Mr. J Green Our expert team of Subject Leaders and Co-ordinators work across all phases of our school to ensure a coherent curriculum with golden threads running across all five key stages. They are uniquely placed to understand a learner's journey all-through and would be happy to liaise and support colleagues beyond our setting.  If you would like to join our programme of curriculum development, please use the contact form: Contact and sele ct Collaborative Working & Partnerships citing Curriculum . Go Collaborative Working & partnerships Next page Home Our School Headteacher's Welcome Ofsted Safeguarding Statutory Information | SEND Policies Admissions Governance Pupil Premium | Catch-up Statement Exam Results Vacancies School News House System Calendar & Open Events Collaborative Working & Partnerships Contact

  • Maths

    Go Maths Developing skilful, systematic problem solvers for life Go Our Maths curriculum intends to: Cultivate a deep understanding and an enjoyment of the subject through a rich, problem solving-based curriculum which nurtures pupils' love of Mathematics. Ensure all pupils are able to use and understand Mathematics so that they can succeed both professionally and personally. Provide opportunities for applying abstract concepts to real world situations in order to grow all pupils' resilience and confidence, creating inquisitive and effective thinkers. Why learn Maths? Maths is a creative and highly interconnected discipline that has been developed over the centuries, proving the solution to some of history's most intriguing problems. It is essential to everyday life, critical to science, technology and engineering, and necessary for financial literacy and most forms of employment. We provide pupils with a foundation for understanding the world, the ability to reason mathematically, an appreciation of the beauty and power of maths, and a sense of enjoyment and curiosity about the subject. Course content: Over the course of their learning journey pupils will develop their problem-solving skills, fluency and mathematical reasoning. As skills deepen, pupils are given the opportunity to explore the wonder that is available in all different branches of Mathematics. Specific topics covered are varied but will include various lines of enquiry. As we move into Year 9 there is more of an emphasis on developing skills to a greater depth in Mathematics, with pupils given the chance to fully explore the uses to which their skills can be put. For example, pupils will be taught how their mathematical skills can be used in other subjects, such as Science and Geography, as well as within their personal lives (such as managing personal finances) and future career pathways. Pupils will: Develop a deep understanding of place value, with an ability to calculate increasingly complex problems and cross curricular awareness of number in society. Develop a deep understanding of how to use algebra effectively to help in the solving of problems. Use a range of problem-solving skills to approach ratio and proportion problems. Use geometrical properties to solve problems leading to proof using theorems and prior geometrical information. Represent and interpret data in a variety of ways including the use of probability. EYFS | KS1 Content KS2 Content Year 7 & 8 Content Year 9 Content Year 10 & 11 Content Through our maths curriculum, we aim to develop pupils’ early mastery of maths skills together with a deep understanding and real enjoyment of mathematics. Pupils are provided with regular opportunities to apply their maths skills in a range of contexts. Pupils are taught using a concrete, pictorial, abstract approach in order to develop a deep understanding. Pupils are given opportunities to reason and apply their skills. Through our maths curriculum, we aim to develop pupils’ early mastery of maths skills together with a deep understanding and real enjoyment of mathematics. Pupils are provided with regular opportunities to apply their maths skills in a range of contexts. Pupils are taught using a concrete, pictorial, abstract approach in order to develop a deep understanding. Pupils are given opportunities to reason and apply their skills. Mathematics has an emphasis on developing a greater depth of understanding, with pupils given the chance to fully explore the uses to which their skills can be put. As skills deepen, pupils are given the opportunity to find the wonder that is available in all different branches of Mathematics. Course Content in Year 7: Autumn Term Number - factors, multiples, primes, directed number, types of number, estimation, BIDMAS. Algebra - notation, simplifying expressions, substitution. Fractions - simplify, compare, improper, calculations with fractions . Decimals - round to decimal place, order decimals, calculate with, convert between fractions decimals and percentage. Spring Term Percentages - percentage of an amount, converting from percentage, find percentage increase and decrease of an amount. Statistics - types of data, questionnaires, bar charts, pie charts, averages and range, grouped data interpretation, choosing appropriate methods. Angles - angles at a point, on a straight line, vertically opposite, line and rotational symmetry, angles in a triangle and quadrilaterals, angles in parallel lines. Equations - write and solve one step and two step equations with unknowns on both sides. Multiplicative reasoning - the metric system, convert between units, imperial units, ratio, ratio as a fraction or decimal and sharing in a given ratio. Summer Term Multiplicative reasoning - solve problems using unitary method, changing recipes, write ratios 1:n and n:1, find the best buy, understand the relationship between ratio and proportion. Perimeter, area and volume - calculate area of triangles, parallelograms and trapezia, area and perimeter of compound shapes, properties of 3D shapes, nets, surface area, volume of cubes and cuboids. Sequences - generate terms, find the nth term, find general term of pictorial sequences, generate terms of non-arithmetic sequences. Graphs - plot co-ordinates in four quadrants, find midpoints of a line, generate co-ordinates from an equation and draw linear graphs, draw and label lines parallel to axes. Year 8 Autumn Term Number - place value, decimals fractions, prime factor decomposition, four operations. Algebra - Expand and simplify expressions, forming and solving equations, factorising, sequences and finding the nth term. Ratio and Proportion - Dividing in a given ratio, problem solving with ratios. Geometry and measure - Shape properties, angles in polygons, problem solving with shape properties. More number - percentages as operators, comparing quantities using percentages, find original value after percentage changes. Spring Term More number - Round to a significant figure, estimation using significant figures, percentage increase and decrease and reverse percentages. Algebra - substitution into formulae, change the subject of a formula, solving equation including rearrangement and unknown on both sides of equal sign, linear graphs y=mx+c. Geometry and measure - circumference and area of a circle, compound shapes with circles, perimeter, are and volume problem solving. Geometry and measure - circumference and area of a circle, compound shapes with circles, perimeter, are and volume problem solving. Geometry and measure - circumference and area of a circle, compound shapes with circles, perimeter, are and volume problem solving. Summer Term Number - standard form and standard form calculations without a calculator Algebra and graphs - understand x= and y=. Sequences on graphs, linear graphs, quadratic graphs and non-linear graphs. Spaced practice - ratios, fractions, linear equations, percentage change, reverse percentages, interest. Geometry and Measure - Perpendicular and angle bisectors, construct triangles, understand congruency, enlargement of shapes. Statistics & Probability - Experimental probability, relative frequency, two-way tables, hypothesis testing, the data cycle, bivariate data. In Year 9 pupils explore other aspects of maths as they continue on their 12 year journey. There is greater emphasis on developing depth and mastery in Mathematics, with pupils given the chance to fully explore the uses to which their skills can be put. Specific topics covered will be wide and varied but will include varies lines of enquiry. Pupils will learn about: Sequences and Graphs – including links to real life problems and solving equations. Proportional Reasoning – including percentage and fractional changes. Geometrical Reasoning – including inquiry into right-angled triangles, loci and transformations. Use of statistical skills – carrying out an investigation from Hypothesis to Conclusion. Probability – including how complex situations can be analysed and simplified. Over the 2 years pupils will develop their problem-solving skills, fluency, and mathematical reasoning. As skills deepen, pupils are given the opportunity to explore the wonder that is available in all different branches of Mathematics. Specific topics covered are varied but will include various lines of enquiry. Pupils are taught how to extract the relevant information from more complex worded questions to enhance their problem-solving skills and given a relevance to their learning journey to everyday life. Pupils will: Develop a deep understanding of place value, with an ability to calculate increasingly complex problems and cross curricular awareness of number in society. Develop a deep understanding of how to use algebra effectively to help in the solving of problems. Use a range of problem-solving skills to approach ratio and proportion problems. Use geometrical properties to solve problems leading to proof using theorems and prior geometrical information. Represent and interpret data in a variety of ways including the use of probability. Assessment: Continual formative Assessment for Learning is carried out by the classroom teacher. There are also formal summative assessments at key points throughout the year. Class teachers may also give class tests on three or more topics to ensure recall and application of the concepts delivered. There are three examination papers, P1 Non-calculator, P2 Calculator, P3 Calculator. All papers are 1 hour and 30 minutes. The examination board is Edexcel. Home Learning: Weekly Home Learning will be set in a range of formats: Self-assessment, on-line via mathswatch.co.uk and other websites, through homework books, practice exercises, extending work done in lessons and research around topics within the units of enquiry. Often pre-learning will be a requirement before topics are undertaken. Exam Board: Edexcel/Pearson: -1MA GCSE Our Curriculum Curriculum Intent Options Careers Employers Curriculum Subjects Art | Fine Art Computing | Computer Science English Design Technology Drama Food Preparation & Nutrition French Geography German History Latin Maths Media Studies Music Personal Development Photography Physical Education Religious Education Science Sculpture Spanish The Wellbeing Curriculum

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