Mathematics is a body of knowledge to be studied for its own sake and to model and solve problems in the real world. There is an increased emphasis on problem-solving, communication, reasoning, and mathematical modeling in the new A level. The common content for all exam boards for this award includes: 1. Pure Mathematics - This is designed to develop the skills and techniques necessary to manipulate and solve mathematically formulated problems. They include work in the fields of algebra, coordinate geometry, functions and graphs, calculus, and trigonometry. 2. Statistics - This examines the application of mathematical probability to the drawing of inferences from data. The theory of random variables, significance testing, and probability are given special attention. A large data set will be used to teach this aspect of the course. 3. Mechanics - This develops the principles needed to model the physical world. Statics, dynamics, and kinematics are introduced. The new A level requires the use of technology throughout. As well as laptops used in school, students will require their graphical calculator. These can be purchased through the school.
Minimum of 5 subjects at grade 5 including/as well as grade 4 or above in English and Maths. Grade 6 or above in GCSE Mathematics (Students will be expected to complete a summer assignment reflecting their Higher GCSE knowledge).
There will be three papers taken at the end of Year 13. Any of the pure mathematics can be examined in any of these papers. One paper will include additional questions on statistics and will depend upon the knowledge of the pre-released large data set. One paper will include questions on mechanics. The third will include a comprehension paper where students answer questions based on a mathematical article that they read.
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| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Church Green, Witney, OX28 4AX |
Mathematics is a body of knowledge to be studied for its own sake and to model and solve problems in the real world. There is an increased emphasis on problem-solving, communication, reasoning, and mathematical modeling in the new A level. The common content for all exam boards for this award includes: 1. Pure Mathematics - This is designed to develop the skills and techniques necessary to manipulate and solve mathematically formulated problems. They include work in the fields of algebra, coordinate geometry, functions and graphs, calculus, and trigonometry. 2. Statistics - This examines the application of mathematical probability to the drawing of inferences from data. The theory of random variables, significance testing, and probability are given special attention. A large data set will be used to teach this aspect of the course. 3. Mechanics - This develops the principles needed to model the physical world. Statics, dynamics, and kinematics are introduced. The new A level requires the use of technology throughout. As well as laptops used in school, students will require their graphical calculator. These can be purchased through the school.
Minimum of 5 subjects at grade 5 including/as well as grade 4 or above in English and Maths. Grade 6 or above in GCSE Mathematics (Students will be expected to complete a summer assignment reflecting their Higher GCSE knowledge).
There will be three papers taken at the end of Year 13. Any of the pure mathematics can be examined in any of these papers. One paper will include additional questions on statistics and will depend upon the knowledge of the pre-released large data set. One paper will include questions on mechanics. The third will include a comprehension paper where students answer questions based on a mathematical article that they read.