WELCOME TO THE MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

Introduction.

Mathematics is very popular at Slough and Eton. Mathematical thinking is important for all members of modern society as a habit of mind for its use in the work place, business and finance; and for personal decision making……… Mathematics equips students with uniquely powerful ways to describe, analyse and change the world.

Mathematics is the means of looking at the patterns that make up our world and the intricate and beautiful ways in which they are constructed and realised. Numeracy is the means of making that knowledge useful.

Mathematics contributes to the school curriculum by developing pupils’ abilities to calculate; to reason logically, algebraically, and geometrically; to solve problems and to handle data. Mathematics is important for pupils in many other areas of study, particularly Science and Technology. It is also important in everyday living, in many forms of employment, and in public decision-making. As a subject in its own right, Mathematics presents frequent opportunities for creativity, and can stimulate moments of pleasure and wonder when a problem is solved for the first time, or a more elegant solution to a problem is discovered, or when hidden connections suddenly manifest.

It enables pupils to build a secure framework of mathematical reasoning, which they can use and apply with confidence. The power of mathematical reasoning lies in its use of precise and concise forms of language, symbolism and representation to reveal and explore general relationships.

 

Students say:

“The Maths teachers always make maths very interesting and challenging” Aaron Kumar, Year 10

“Maths is fun and enjoyable because we manage to learn on the interactive whiteboard which is a better and more efficient way to learn” Ajay Rahl, Year 10

“Every time I have a maths lesson, I learn something new, which amazes me. I like to also use the laptops loaded with maths programs which makes understanding easier” Waqas Butt, year 10

The Maths Team

 

Head of Department: Ms F Rawoot 

2nd in Department: Miss Selvaraj

SEN + Acting 2nd : Mrs D Monserrate

EAL: Mrs R Nizous

ICT: Mr D Dighorker

Other Teaching Staff: Mr C Dhiraj and Mrs P Joshi  

OUR AIMS

° To set challenging targets with high expectations for all pupils.
° To offer a variety of approaches to teaching and learning to engage and motivate pupils and demand their active participation.
° To smooth the transition for pupils between Key Stages and ensure progression in teaching and learning throughout their time at Slough & Eton
° To explore enrichment opportunities outside the curriculum to enhance pupils’ enjoyment of mathematics

 

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