Numeracy and Computing

Mr C Blair (Curriculum Leader)

Faculty News: Numeracy and Computing

S4-S6: NATIONAL 5 & HIGHER MATHEMATICS

Published: 27 February 2019

With Exams fast approaching we want to help make sure that you are aware of the Supported Study the Mathematics Department offers.

In addition to lunchtime and after-school opportunities Monday to Thursday we are offering some Friday afternoon sessions starting from 1230. National 5 and Higher groups will participate in separate workshop Masterclasses we've specifically chosen based on Curriculum Quiz/ Prelim results and also our knowledge of the Exam. All are welcome to attend!

Click here to view the timetable of topic specific sessions.

We also have an 'open door' policy so please do come and ask us questions about anything you are unsure about! You may...

S4-S6: COMPUTING SCIENCE ASSIGNMENT DATES

Published: 14 February 2019

National 5 and Higher Computing Science Candidates have their Assignment coming up shortly (see below). This should be taken seriously - there are strict time limits and rules - and contributes to the Final Course Award.

Original details of both Assignment dates were issued in November. Please note that the date for the start of the National 5 Assignment has changed.

S4-6: COMPUTING SCIENCE ASSIGNMENT DATES

Published: 15 November 2018

Full details of the National 5 and Higher Computing Science Assignment dates were issued in class last week. Please use the relevant link below:

S4-S6: MATHEMATICS SUPPORTED STUDY

Published: 01 October 2018

The Mathematics Department is offering supported study for National 5 and Higher, starting this week and running until the Final Exams. We will focus on revision for the October Assessments (which start next week) and will concentrate on particular topics thereafter, based on results and feedback from the October Assessments.

Anyone is welcome to attend but if you have been asked to 'sign up' please check the posters on classroom doors in the Department to find out which day you have been assigned.

Supported study is as follows:

NATIONAL 5

Monday - 1.07 - 1.45pm with Mr Wren

Tuesday - 1.07 - 1.45pm with Mr Wren

Wednesday - 1.07 - 1.45pm with Mr Tait

HIGHER

Monday - 3.50-4.50pm with Mrs Gourley...

EXPECTATIONS IN THE MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

Published: 04 September 2018

We'd like to share with you some important expectations within the Mathematics Department including information on home learning, revision materials and assessment. The Support Your Learner section of the school website will be updated in due course to reflect this and provide further information for all levels.

Further details for each level below:

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