In years 7 and 8, pupils are taught in sets. Pupils are set at the beginning of Year 7 based on prior attainment at Key Stage 2 and initial assessment. Setting is regularly reviewed to ensure pupils follow a scheme of work that is of an appropriate level of challenge.

Pupils are assessed in 6 to 8 week blocks. At the end of each unit of work, pupils are assessed on their knowledge and understanding in an end of unit assessment. After each assessment, progress is reviewed and the next period of teaching is planned accordingly. Each assessment tests all prior learning.

Pupils in set 1 have the opportunity to take part in the UKMT Maths Challenge – a nationwide competition. This takes place in April.

In years 9, 10 and 11, pupils are taught in sets. Pupils are set at the beginning of Year 9 based on prior attainment at Key Stage 3. Setting is regularly reviewed to ensure pupils follow a scheme of work that is of an appropriate level of challenge.

Pupils are assessed in 6 to 8 week blocks. At the end of each unit of work, pupils are assessed on their knowledge and understanding in an end of unit assessment. After each assessment, progress is reviewed and the next period of teaching is planned accordingly. Each assessment tests all prior learning.

Pupils study GCSE mathematics at Higher or Foundation level. All examinations are sat in the summer of Year 11.

The Higher paper enables pupils to attain grades 4 to 9.

The Foundation paper enables pupils to attain grades 1 to 5.

Pupils cannot take a combination of Higher and Foundation.

Tier of entry is decided in Year 11 based upon attainment to date and in consultation with the pupils to ensure they sit the examination that is most appropriate for them.

In November and April of Year 11, mock GCSE exams are completed. These constitute complete past papers and are marked and graded based on real mark schemes and grade boundaries. This gives students the most accurate view of what grade they should expect in their GCSE.

Pupils in set 1 have the opportunity to enter the UKMT Maths Challenge – a nationwide competition. This takes place in November.