Maths

Curriculum Intent

The Maths department at The Lowry Academy aims to provide students with a secure understanding of mathematical knowledge, categorised according to the following areas: number, algebra, geometry, ratio and proportion, probability, and statistics, meeting the needs of the National Curriculum at KS3 and KS4. The focus of the curriculum is to develop procedural knowledge of the fundamental elements of mathematics in order for students to access further problem solving elements and reason mathematically, whilst fostering a love of maths.

In mathematics our aim is to secure retention of knowledge and a depth of learning which results in students who are confident in taking their studies to the next level, whether that be further qualifications, higher education or into the workplace. We are committed to providing an inclusive curriculum, celebrating and championing diversity and individuality in mathematics.

Curriculum Overview

Year 7

The Maths department at The Lowry Academy aims to provide students with a secure understanding of mathematical knowledge, categorised according to the following areas: number, algebra, geometry, ratio and proportion, probability, and statistics, meeting the needs of the National Curriculum at KS3 and KS4. The focus of the curriculum is to develop procedural knowledge of the fundamental elements of mathematics in order for students to access further problem solving elements and reason mathematically, whilst fostering a love of maths. By the end of Year 7, students will have developed their mathematical skills within the different areas of Maths (number, algebra, ratio and proportion, geometry, probability and statistics)

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Year 8

By the end of Year 8, students will have developed their mathematical skills within the different areas of Maths (number, algebra, ratio and proportion, geometry, probability and statistics)

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Year 9

By the end of Year 9, students will have developed their mathematical skills within the different areas of Maths (number, algebra, ratio and proportion, geometry, probability and statistics)

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Year 10

In Year 10 students begin following either the Higher or Foundation syllabus, however we monitor students attainment closely throughout the year to ensure students are following the most appropriate scheme of learning. By the end of Year 10, students will have developed their mathematical skills within the different areas of Maths (number, algebra, ratio and proportion, geometry, probability and statistics)

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Year 11

In Year 11 students are taught a bespoke curriculum to provide personalised improvements for all students. A number of strategies are used in order to best prepare students for their GCSE examinations.

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Contact Information

You can contact our members of staff via Ask Lowry (ask.lowry@lowryacademy.org.uk).

  • Mr D Rooney, Head of Maths 
  • Mrs E Wheeler, Assistant Head of Maths 
  • Mr M McGuinness, Lead Practitioner - Maths 
  • Miss S Blain,  KS4 Lead Maths 
  • Mr J Hawes, Teacher of Maths 
  • Mr N Edwards, Teacher of Maths 
  • Mr O Ibrahim, Teacher of Maths 
  • Mr J Kenny, Teacher of Maths
  • Mr S Hunter, Teacher of Maths
  • Ms J Holden, Teacher of Maths
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