Mathematics

Mathematics is vital in everyday life. Our aim is to improve students’ understanding of the purpose of Mathematics both in their school journey and throughout their lifetime. This five-year journey provides a clear vision of how mathematics forms the cornerstone of modern existence and how, with a good understanding of the laws of mathematics, we can accomplish exceptional things.

Students will develop a love of mathematics, an eagerness to tackle challenges, and the passion to pursue the subject beyond GCSE, within a supportive yet challenging environment where students believe that they can achieve. LHAA strives to achieve this vision embodying mathematical skills in line with the school principle: Height of excellence, Breadth of Attainment, Depth of Engagement, and Length of Endeavour.

We dispel negative perceptions of mathematics as complex, elitist and inaccessible, fostering confidence through a curriculum bursting with the skills and knowledge to create numerate learners who possess a ‘toolkit’ of mathematical skills needed for the rest of their lives.

These learners are confident to use mathematics to solve problems in school and in real-life situations; they understand and interpret mathematical information and fluently translate between forms. Learners develop patience, reasoning, resourcefulness, and persistence becoming logical thinkers and able problem solvers.

Students will recognise that mathematics is all-pervasive and significantly impacts all facets of life. We build on this, showing students’ the importance and purpose of mathematics, by exemplifying how maths is used in everyday life and work, linking with STEM subjects, careers advisors, and industry.

Through teamwork and problem solving, students learn to respect one another and work together towards common goals. Students will develop the knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary to prepare them for the future, opening up new opportunities. We create a safe and encouraging environment where students feel confident taking risks and learning from mistakes.