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James Donovan

STEM Project

The building of our bridge has started, with students working on building the struts which will help support the road of the bridge! Once enough of these supports have been made,...

Posted on 5th May 2023 by James Donovan

Maths

STEM project in Maths

In our lesson we looked at the design of unique architecture, for example, the suspension bridge. The shape of the suspension cable will be a parabola, and we will investigate the...

Posted on 21st October 2022 by James Donovan

Maths

Oxbridge and Russell Group Maths Exam Preparation

“Over the last few weeks, year 12 Further Maths students have been looking at practice questions for the MAT, TMUA, and the STEP. These are exams that we will be required to...

Posted on 26th May 2022 by James Donovan

Maths

Enrichment in Maths

As part of our Gusto- More Able project in Maths, we are linking the world of Maths with Art, Design and Architecture. Students in a Year 10 class recently explored the world of...

Posted on 3rd February 2022 by James Donovan

Maths

Update from the Maths Department

This week, the year 7’s have been learning about the different patterns in a sequence. Once they have gained that knowledge, we looked at where sequences were applied in...

Posted on 15th October 2021 by James Donovan

Maths Challenge

National Recognition -Excellence in Maths

One of our exceptional Year 11 Maths students has been recognised nationally for his ability and achievement in Maths, notably through the UKMT challenges. He has received the...

Posted on 11th June 2021 by James Donovan

Maths

BMS Maths Dept Embracing Mental Health Awareness Week

During Maths lessons, students have been given the opportunity to explore their creativity and develop a sense of calmness through mindful colouring. Teachers have introduced this...

Posted on 21st May 2021 by James Donovan

Maths

Flair Week in the Maths Department

Maths students have been really embracing Flair Week, taking part in the myriad activities happening in lessons. Student leaders prepared a set of maths puzzles for teachers to...

Posted on 26th March 2021 by James Donovan

Maths Challenge

Excellence in Maths-UKMT Intermediate Maths Challenge results

Thirty Year 10 and 11 students were selected for this year’s Intermediate Maths Challenge. There were a fantastic 24 medal winners, including 7 golds! These 7 students are...

Posted on 12th March 2021 by James Donovan

Maths

Bridges Project

Some of our Maths leaders were inspired by the weekly STEM project to explore different types of bridges. Mr Donovan will offer support to them in looking at the Mathematics...

Posted on 19th June 2020 by James Donovan