Year 8 Mathematics Curriculum
| Topic | Further details about the topic | |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term | ||
| 1 | Ratio and Proportion, Algebra: Brackets, Arithmetic: Fractions and Percentages | |
| 2 | Probability – Two Events, Angles, Bearings and Maps, Formulae, Money and Time | Mathematics Enhancement Program |
| Spring Term | ||
| 1 | Straight Line Graphs , Polygons, Circles and Cylinders, Units of Measure | Mathematics Enhancement Program |
| 2 | Speed, Distance and Time, Similarity, Questionnaires and Analysis | Mathematics Enhancement Program |
| Summer Term | ||
| 1 | Base Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Indices, Standard Form, Fractions and Percentages | Mathematics Enhancement Program |
| 2 | Indices and Standard Form, Linear Graphs and Equations, Probability, Transformations and Statistical diagrams | |
Assessment
| Topic | Type of Assessment | |
|---|---|---|
| CAT 1 | GCSE grades 1 to 5 | 2 x 1 hour assessments |
| CAT 2 | GCSE grades 1 to 5 |
End of Year Exam 1 hour non-calculator 1 hour Calculator ½ hour Speed Test |
Main Resources
| Resource | Details | Term |
|---|---|---|
| Text books | MEP Books 8A and 8B | All |
| Recommended Reading | Please see link on Maths home page | |
| Recommended websites |
Mathematics Enhancement Program
|
All |
| Equipment | Pen, pencil, full geometry set and Casio scientific calculator | All |
Enrichment opportunities
| Activity or trip | Day and time or term |
|---|---|
| Maths Challengers Club | Thursday lunchtime |
| Junior Maths Challenge | June |
| Junior House Maths Challenge | February |
| Junior Team Maths Challenge | March |
