In Form I the boys are taught Mathematics in their Forms and thereafter they are taught in sets.  The setting is decided on the basis of performance during the previous year for existing pupils and the entrance exam for new pupils.  The department feel strongly that the progress of each pupil is maximised by working in a class of pupils of similar ability.  The setting is constantly reviewed and set changes are made at various stages of the year to ensure that each pupil is in a group moving at an appropriate pace for his own ability.

The Curriculum: Form I

Each week, Form I pupils have five periods of Mathematics and two short homework assignments.

The programme of study aims to provide all the boys with a common foundation on which to base their work in subsequent years.

Arithmetic processes first encountered in Primary or Prep schools is reinforced; arithmetic techniques for fractions and decimals are developed; algebra, including the solving of simple equations and the (x,y) co-ordinate system are introduced; statistical charts, simple probabilities, angle properties of polygons and the calculation of areas and volumes of simple shapes are amongst the topics studied.

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The Curriculum: Form II

Each week, Form II pupils have five periods of Mathematics and two short homework assignments.

Extending the number system to include negative numbers; the use of ratio and percentages in practical contexts; reviewing and extending the basic concepts of algebra; simple number sequences, transformations of shapes and further geometry are amongst the topics studied.

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The Curriculum: Form III

Each week, Form III pupils have four periods of Mathematics and two homework assignments.

Solving simultaneous equations, quadratic equations and inequalities; the trigonometry of right angled triangles; applying percentages to a widening range of problems such as compound interest and growth problems and trial and improvement techniques are amongst the topics studied.  Where appropriate, these problems are also solved using the spreadsheet, Excel.

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