Maths

Mathematics: The Foundation for Thinking, Confidence, and Opportunities

Inspiring students to think boldly, take intellectual risks, solve problems creatively, build resilience through challenge, and develop the confidence to recognise and pursue new opportunities.

‘Mathematics is a creative and highly inter-connected discipline that has been developed over centuries, providing the solution to some of history’s most intriguing problems. It is essential to everyday life, critical to science, technology and engineering, and necessary for financial literacy and most forms of employment. A high-quality mathematics education therefore provides a foundation for understanding the world, the ability to reason mathematically, an appreciation of the beauty and power of mathematics, and a sense of enjoyment and curiosity about the subject.’ Adapted from National Curriculum, DfE, 2021.  

At Howden, we follow the TCAT 5-year maths curriculum.

The curriculum for mathematics aims to ensure that all our students: 

• Are equipped with the numeracy and mathematical skills they need for life
• Develop secure knowledge and understanding of why methods work
• Develop transferable skills such as logical thinking, problem-solving and constructing arguments
• Are inspired to develop a love and inquisitiveness of mathematics, to progress onto further mathematical study for their career 

Key Stage 3 Curriculum

Key Stage 4 Curriculum