Mathematics is the study of how we make sense of the world — from managing money and designing apps to building bridges and predicting the weather.

At Knutsford Academy we aim to deliver a fun and inspiring Maths curriculum that connects learning to everyday life and future careers — using a mix of interactive lessons, real-world problem-solving, collaborative projects, and digital tools to build confidence, spark curiosity, and develop critical thinking skills for success.
 
Our Key Stage 3 Maths curriculum is designed to support mastery learning by focusing on core mathematical concepts such as number, ratio, algebra, and shape. It builds on Key Stage 2 foundations and aims to develop students' confidence, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
 
Maths is streamed from Year 7, based on Key Stage 2 assessment. This ensures that students can access the correct level of work in order to realise their potential. Each class will cover 10 units, which incorporate the main 4 strands of Maths; Number, Algebra, Data and Geometry.

Assessment

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Students are assessed each lesson using a range of methods including questioning, low-stakes quizzes, discussion, self, peer and teacher assessment. 
 
Formal assessments take place three times throughout the academic year, one in each Term. 
 
Please see our Assessment Overview for more information about assessment in Maths. 

 

Enrichment

NRICH club and UK Maths Challenge. 
 
You can find our full Enrichment Timetable here. 

Careers

Maths can help open doors to careers in:

  • Accountancy
  • Acoustic Engineering
  • Actuarial Work
  • Aircraft Modelling
  • Astronomer
  • Business Consultancy
  • Data Analyst
  • Data Scientist
  • Engineering
  • Financial Manager
  • Financial Modelling
  • Games Design
  • Internet Security
  • Investment Analyst
  • Investment Banking
  • Modelling
  • Project Management
  • Quantity Surveyor
  • Research Scientist
  • Software Engineer
  • Sound Engineer
  • Statistician
  • Teacher

Useful links

The following three links require logins which your child will have been given in class. These are a combination of their names, Knutsford and their date of birth.

Sparx Maths - Home

https://vle.mathswatch.co.uk/vle/

https://www.pearsonactivelearn.com/app/Home

Alternative recommended revision website

https://www.piximaths.co.uk/the-revision-zone

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/zqhs34j

Challenge Tasks

https://nrich.maths.org/

Contact Details

Mrs A McGeehan: amc@knutsfordacademy.org.uk

Head of Mathematics Faculty

KS3 Maths Curriculum Maps

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Computing is the study of how digital systems, communication and information shape the modern world — from the apps we use every day to the networks that connect communities and the technologies driving future innovation.

Overview to curriculum

At Knutsford Academy, our aim is to provide a stimulating and forward‑thinking Computing curriculum that helps students understand and navigate an increasingly digital society. Through practical activities, creative problem‑solving, and the exploration of real technological challenges, we encourage learners to build confidence, develop independence, and discover the possibilities of technology.

Our Key Stage 3 Computing curriculum lays secure foundations in key areas such as data representation, programming, digital literacy, e‑safety, and understanding how computer systems operate. Building on knowledge gained in Key Stage 2, students develop their ability to think logically, design solutions, and work both independently and collaboratively.

Computing lessons are structured to ensure every student is supported and appropriately challenged. Over the course of each year, students explore a range of engaging units drawn from the three central strands of the subject: Computer Science, Information Technology, and Digital Literacy. This approach ensures they gain both the practical skills and the conceptual understanding needed to thrive in a technology‑rich world and pursue further learning opport

Assessment

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Students are regularly assessed including end-of-topic tests throughout the year. Student work is assessed regularly with formative feedback.

Useful links – please include any useful websites or other information sources

BBC Bitesize: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/z34k7ty

Microbit: https://microbit.org/

Scratch: https://scratch.mit.edu/

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