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Core Maths

Mathematics is a versatile qualification that is well respected by employers. Careers for successful mathematicians are often well paid as well as interesting and rewarding.

Why Study This Course?

  • You enjoy mathematics and develop confidence in using mathematics
  • You want to study a mathematics curriculum that is integrated with other areas of their study, work or interest leading to the application of mathematics in these areas
  • You want to develop mathematical modelling, evaluating and reasoning skills
  • You want to solve problems some of which will not be well defined and may not have a unique solution
  • You want to solve substantial and real-life problems encountered by adults
  • You want to use ICT as an exploratory tool for developing mathematical understanding and when solving problems
  • You want to develop skills in the communication, selection, use and interpretation of mathematics

Career Progression

Mathematics is a versatile qualification that is well respected by employers. Careers for successful mathematicians are often well paid as well as interesting and rewarding. Being able to think analytically and developing resilience through problem solving as well as thinking strategically are a highly sought after traits in employment. Excellent numeracy skills are also very desirable to employers.

Core Maths is about students doing meaningful mathematical problems to increase their confidence in using mathematics to be better equipped for the mathematical demands of other courses, higher education and employment.

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Please direct all queries in the first instance to Mrs S. Warburton, Headteacher’s PA

Parrs Wood High School and Sixth Form College, Wilmslow Road, East Didsbury, Manchester, M20 5PG

During the school day our onsite car park is out of bounds to general visitors, please use the Parrs Wood Complex car park adjacent to the school, for all disabled badge holder parking please follow the signs as you drive into the car park, there are parking bays located at the front of the school and also at the rear of our sports centre.

Contact Us

If you are reporting a student absence you MUST phone the Sixth Form.

  • Sixth Form
  • Phone: 0161 446 8648
  • Email: sixthform@pwhs.co.uk

Headteacher

  • Mr M. McElwee

Head of Sixth Form

  • Mr A. Langford

Trust Information

Greater Manchester Education Trust. Registered address: Whalley Range 11-18 High School, Wilbraham Road, Whalley Range, Manchester, M16 8GW. A charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales (company number: 08913502)

EST. 1 SEP 2022

Chief Executive Officer: Mr D. Owen

Chief Finance and Operations Officer: Mrs L. Staunton

Any correspondence or communication relating to Greater Manchester Education Trust should be made to:

Mr D. Owen, Whalley Range 11-18 High School, Wilbraham Road, Whalley Range, Manchester, M16 8GW

www.gmetrust.org

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