MATHEMATICS In Year 9 students will begin studying towards their IGCSE Mathematics. This year students will further develop their knowledge and understanding of mathematical concepts and techniques, as well as using and applying them to solve a variety of problems and in the process develop an appreciation of the beauty, power and importance of Mathematics.
COURSE CONTENT In Year 9 students will develop their knowledge, understanding and skills in the following areas: ● Numbers and the number system ● Equations, formulae and identities ● Sequences, functions and graphs ● Geometry and trigonometry ● Vectors and transformations ● Statistics and probability SKILLS DEVELOPED ● Numeracy ● Problem solving ● Pattern spotting ● Mathematical reasoning skills ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT NEEDED ● Geometry set ● Scientific calculator - we recommends the Casio FX-991 EX calculator
RESOURCES BSAK Maths Website
SETTING Students will be broadly grouped according to ability in Mathematics.
ASSESSMENTS Students will sit an assessment every half term based on the work covered up to that point. There will also be an end of year assessment; this will be a one hour paper on the topics covered throughout the year.
