Welcome To
Mathematics at Haybrook College
At Haybrook we recognise the importance of maths in everyday life and the value of understanding key concepts through all year groups.
We also recognise that our students come from various backgrounds and come with gaps in knowledge and understanding, and often a fear of maths. So, we work hard to secure their knowledge, fill the gaps and build confidence and resilience that carries through into other areas of their life.
We follow the current National Curriculum throughout but using trauma informed teaching and learning, tailor the delivery and personalising learning, to accommodate the student’s needs. In years 7 and 8, following a nurture approach to learning, students investigate all key topics included in Number, Geometry and Measures, introduction to Algebra, Statistics and Probability. Year 9 is a transition year moving towards GCSE style learning in Years 10 and 11 who follow the AQA scheme of work under the umbrella of Haybrook’s curriculum map. Post-16 students follow a 1-year plan either Functional Skills or GCSE resit depending on prior learning and attainment as well as employment plans and requirements.
All students are encouraged to develop a ‘growth mindset’ and positive approach to learning, independent learning, making mistakes, taking instruction, asking for help, peer teaching and teamwork.
With support from the SEND team, sports coach mentors and teachers, every student is supported to achieve their potential and leaves Haybrook College at the end of Year 11 with a recognisable maths qualification – Unit Awards in Years 7-9, Entry Level and AQA GCSE (foundation or higher) and GCSE Statistics in Years 10 and 11.