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    Mathematics

     The CSG Mathematics Department develops confident, independent thinkers who are equipped to tackle unfamiliar problems.

    We believe mathematics is most engaging when students explore patterns, make connections and justify their thinking, rather than simply follow methods. Our curriculum builds fluency in core skills alongside reasoning and problem-solving, encouraging curiosity and depth of understanding.

    By the end of each key stage, students leave with secure knowledge, the ability to think critically and communicate mathematically, and the confidence to apply their learning in new and challenging contexts.

     

     


    Curriculum Information



    Enrichment Opportunities

    • Participation in a wide range of national mathematics competitions and challenges, including UKMT Challenges, UKMT Team Maths Challenge, Maths Olympiad for Girls, Maths Competition for Girls, Náboj, Ritangle and the National Cipher Challenge, developing problem-solving, teamwork and resilience. Many students progress to follow-on rounds and achieve sustained success.
    • Involvement in enrichment programmes such as Count on Us, Axiom Maths and Parallel Academy, provisioning students with opportunities to engage in advanced mathematical thinking and collaborative problem-solving.
    • Access to outreach opportunities, including Royal Institution masterclasses, UCL People’s Classroom intervention sessions, and TMUA/STEP preparation for students wishing to study Mathematics beyond A Level.
    • Whole-school participation in events such as Maths Week England, where students engage with mathematical puzzles and challenges beyond the classroom.