1. James Gillespie’s High School
Mathematics Faculty
James Gillespie’s High School

2. S1 Maths Class Structure
Grouped by similar mathematical skill level
Based on information from our primary colleagues
More information ed in August

3. Broad General Education
Mathematics Progression Pathways
Senior Phase
Broad General Education
S3/4 S5 S6
Advanced Higher Pure
Red Course
National 5
Higher
AH Statistics
Blue Course
National 4
National 5
Higher
National 4
National 5
National 3 Life Skills
Green Course
Personal Finance
Please note, these pathways are only an example of possible progression. Due to the nature of Curriculum for excellence, a pupil may move between the different coloured courses during their broad general education to best accommodate their development. In the senior phase it is possible for pupils to complete internally assessed courses at different rates based on their individual needs. Also, in some cases, the senior phase courses which have external exams can be completed over two academic sessions.

4. Curriculum Curriculum delivery is changing!
Prioritised based on skills required for success at senior phase

5. Communication and Supports
August – once pupils are aware of their course
Prior to exams
Website
Variety of resources will be available to support home learning and consolidation

6. Assessment and Feedback
A pupil should always know where they are and what they need to do next
Formative assessment ongoing throughout the year
s sent well in advance of exams
Pupils given opportunity to reflect on the assessment and share that information with home

7. Home Learning Whole School Policy Formal home learning activities
Consolidation

8. You and Your Maths
Think about what you have learned after a Maths lesson. Talk to your parent/carer or siblings about it or write a daily diary. That way you are more likely to understand and remember it.
Making mistakes is a great way to learn! Take part and never feel bad about a wrong answer, that is when you learn something new.

9. Don’t Label Yourself and Others!
You are not ‘good’ or ‘bad’ at maths. You are just in different places on your journey of discovery of mathematics
Never make someone feel bad for knowing less maths then you. Being the first person to be able to explain a new thing to someone is a privilege!

10. ASK FOR HELP!!!! Most Importantly:
Never sit quietly stuck on a question, we are here to and want to help you.