THE MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT at Wilson’s is thriving and exceptionally successful. All pupils are fully engaged and stretched by high quality enrichment material which goes well beyond exam board specifications. The department is committed to challenging its pupils and providing a varied and engaging mathematical experience for them.

The programme of study for pupils consists of a two-year key stage three followed by our GCSEplus course. All students in Years 9 to 11 take part in an extended programme of study incorporating Level 2 Further Maths content, A level topics and structured investigations that further develop problem solving skills. The success and enthusiasm of the pupils leads to a high percentage continuing to A level. We currently have over 300 pupils studying maths in the sixth form, many of whom are also studying AS/A level further maths.

In addition, a significant number of pupils, some of exceptional calibre, go on to study mathematics or a related subject at university and we offer a special programme of support including preparation for entrance exams (such as MAT, TMUA and STEP) and interviews. Pupils are extremely successful as demonstrated by the examination results achieved year on year. Our results rank among the best of any school in the country.

Our Staff

Mr Hudson (Director of Mathematics)
Mr Alderson (Assistant Head)
Miss Brice
Mr Dixon
Mr Elwood
Mr Haleem
Dr Hubbard (Medical Preparation Coordinator)
Mr Jerrom (University Preparation Coordinator: Mathematics based courses)
Mr Oldfield (Asst. Director of Mathematics — Head of Key Stage 5)
Ms Paschoud (Teaching Lead — Mathematics)
Mr Peronius
Mrs Rata (Asst. Director of Mathematics — Key Stage 3 and Enrichment)
Ms Sivagurunathan

Support


Enrichment

We provide a large number of extra-curricular opportunities for students and arrange for students to take part in the UKMT maths challenges, the UKMT Team Maths Challenge, the Hans Woyda Team maths tournament and special programmes for sixth form students who are planning to study maths or a related subject at university. There are also weekly problem solving clubs and a maths society that is run by 6th formers, all of which are very popular. We also promote “Puzzle of the Week”, “Parallel”, “Ritangle” and other competitions and have many students taking part. In addition, we run a series of Maths Circle lectures for sixth form students from local schools, often including talks from top university academics.

Maths Extra

Come along if you are:

  • stuck on your homework
  • not sure about a new topic
  • trying to improve your maths in general
Key Stage 3 Maths Extra: Tuesdays 1.20 – 1.55 pm in F16
Key Stage 4 Maths Extra: Thursdays 1.20 – 1.55 pm in F14
Key Stage 5 Maths Extra: Mondays 1.20 – 1.55 pm in F11

Wilson’s School

A boys’ grammar school in the London Borough of Sutton (UK), Wilson’s School is:

  • committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment
  • a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales (no. 7536970). Registered office: Mollison Drive, Wallington, Surrey SM6 9JW
Translate this page

© 2024 Wilson's School   Contact Us