Pre Sixth Form Intensive Mathematics Course

Course Objecftives

The Pre Sixth Form Intensive Mathematics course has been specifically designed by Rossall School for students who intend to study mathematics at Sixth Form level either within the International Baccalaureate Diploma or A-level programme.

Our aim is to ensure that students have a solid foundation in the key mathematical areas of Numeracy, Algebra and Statistics.  The intention is not necessarily to introduce new material, but more to enable students to consolidate and refresh their skills prior to starting their demanding Sixth Form courses.

Numeracy

Numeracy is the cornerstone of mathematics.  Without solid numeracy skills, students will struggle with all other aspects of the mathematics curriculum.

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Functions

Directed Numbers

Rounding to Significant figures

Rounding to Decimal Places

Differences in UK Maths Notation and Terminology

Order of Operation

Surds and Indices

Trigonometry

Pythagoras
Algebra

Confidence with manipulating equations and formulae is essential if students are to succeed with any Sixth Form course. This course aims to give students extra practice with many of the fundamental algebraic techniques.

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Linear Equations

Substituting into Formula

Changing the Subject of Equations

Graphing Functions

Factorising Quadratics

Expanding Quadratics

Completing the Square
Statistics

From experience we have found that many overseas mathematics syllabuses have no statistical content.  This course aims to give students a basic introduction to statistical techniques.

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Mean, Median and Mode

Range

Interquartile Range

Cumulative Frequency

Frequency Polygons

Bar Charts

Histograms

Stem and Leaf Diagrams

Box and Whisker

Stem and Leaf

Probability

 Evening Sessions

Autograph Session

Practice Coursework

Use of Calculator

Maths Trail

Maths Team Challenge

Software Packages eg. Excel and Autograph

Practical Statistics

Experimental Probability

Data Survey

Pre Sixth Form Intensive Maths Cours

Course Schedule 2008

Date

Module

Day Session 1

Day Session 2

Evening Session

Sun 24th Aug

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Arrive

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Mon 25th Aug

Numeracy

2pm - 4pm

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Tues 26th Aug

Numeracy

10am - 12noon

2pm - 4pm

7pm - 9pm

Wed 27th Aug

Numeracy/Algebra

10am - 12noon

2pm - 4pm

7pm - 9pm

Thurs 28th Aug

Numeracy/Algebra

10am - 12noon

2pm - 4pm

7pm - 9pm

Fri 29th Aug

Numeracy/Algebra

-

2pm - 4pm

7pm - 9pm

Sat 30th Aug

Numeracy/Algebra

10am - 12noon

2pm - 4pm

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Sun 31st Aug

-

-

-

-

Mon 1st Sept

Statistics

10am - 12noon

2pm - 4pm

7pm - 9pm

Tues 2nd Sept

Statistics

10am - 12noon

2pm - 4pm

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Class Sizes

There will be a maximum number of 8 pupils per class.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Whilst we will not be providing any specific extra-curricular activities outside of the teaching sessions outlined, students may attend our on-campus international restaurant, Mondo Cafe, during their free time in the afternoons and evenings and make use of our indoor and outdoor sports facilities on campus.  Sport equipment may be purchased fro the School Shop.  In adddition, the local town of Cleveleys is a 20 minute walk or 5 minute tram or taxi ride away and is home to a good range of clothes, music, food and entertainment, shops, restaurants and cinema.

Course Options and Fees

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Boarding

Day

10 Day Course:

Numeracy, Algebra and Statistics

£800

£500

4 Day Course:

Algebra and Statistics

£320

£200

3 Day Course:

Statistics

£260

£150

The boarding option fee includes all meals and accommodation costs.  Airport transfer costs are not included and this must be arranged separately.  The day option fee includes lunch and dinner only.  Students may purchase snacks and drinks from the School shop of from our on-campus restaurant, Mondo Cafe.

Admission Requirement

Students must be accepted onto either the International Baccalaureate Diploma programme or the A-Level Mathematics course at Sixth Form at a British school in the UK.

How to Apply

Places on the PRE Sixth Form Intensive Mathematics Course are limited, therefore, early application is advised.  To apply for a place on either the 10 day course, the 4 day course or the 3 day course, please contact the Registrar, Lynda Smith.

Tel: +44 (0)1253 774260  E: lyndas@rossallcorporation.co.uk

Rossall School Square