Curriculum Areas

Mathematics

Mathematics is crucial to our understanding of the world we live in and has a significant practical and cultural impact on how we live our lives, however it neither uniquely defined nor value-free and culture-free.  School mathematics is not the same as academic or research mathematics, but a re-contextualised selection from the parent discipline.
At Day Waterman College, we have chosen curricula that reflects the needs and the values of students in the modern world, while at the same time valuing mathematics for the beauty of mathematics.  At Key Stage 3 we follow the Collins Framework series of text books and at the same time develop independent minds with a series of planned mathematical investigations which both use and develop skills that have been taught.  Progress is continually monitored through analytical tests that highlight to the student what areas hey need to develop.  Individual support is given as needed following these analytical tests.
As students move into KS4, an increasing number of investigations based on real life situations and of a pure mathematical nature will develop these skills of logical and creative thinking. This will mean that students will finish their IGCSE course both prepared for the further study of mathematics and have the tools needed for modern living.  They will also be fully prepared for their KS5 courses in many disciplines.

Humanities

The Humanities Department follows and supports the aims of Day Waterman College. In addition to these the department provides the opportunity for pupils to learn about and from other people. Three subjects are taught in the department, Geography, History and Religious Education. These subjects allow students to study people in other places, in other times and in other cultures. They are an important vehicle for enhancing the social, moral and cultural growth of pupils and help them develop a positive attitude towards themselves and others. The department aims to provide an educational environment that broadens the outlook and horizons of all students. It is hoped that the study of Humanities will break down barriers of prejudice that exist because of ignorance. Students will develop awareness that these subjects are dynamic not only because events, processes and beliefs are constantly changing but also because new ideas and methods lead to new interpretations.
The department aims to allow all students equal access to the curriculum by using a variety of methodologies and learning strategies. Students will work co-operatively with each other in groups as well as following individual work. We aim to develop enquiry based learning both within and outside the classroom.
The department aims to develop skills, which encourage students to have an enquiring, open-minded and tolerant approach to life. To allow them to grow into informed young people ready to take their place in the multi-cultural twenty-first century.
At Key Stage 3 in History students will study a variety of topics ranging from the Romans up until World War 2 and also local History.
At Key Stage 3 Geography students will study Physical and Human Geography in both local and International Contexts.
Key Stage 3 Religious Education students will study different religions around the world.
These topics will form a basis for the IGCSE curriculum at Key Stage 4.

Linguistics

ENGLISH
At DWC, the English Department aim to creatively stimulate students to develop an awareness of the nature of the English Language and we provide a forum for the enjoyment of analyzing literature.
We do this through speaking and listening to tasks where pupils explore, develop and respond to a range of skills and strategies, in a variety of contexts, adopting language to task, audience and purpose.
During reading, pupils engage with, and respond to, a rich variety of print and electronic texts, developing analysis and awareness of the forms and purposes of writing and the contexts and cultures within which they were written.
Through writing, students explore the significance of English and the variations in its use and development, and comment on how language is used across a variety of contexts and situations.
We use a diverse set of texts to accomplish these objectives, studying Shakespeare, poetry, novels, short stories and grammar.  The students are currently working towards IGCSE English Language and Literature.
FRENCH
At DWC, the French syllabus offers students the opportunity of studying the culture and habits of another country.  We promote curiosity, which drives the pupils to fluency in French and encourages a desire to learn how to communicate orally thoughts, feelings and impressions.  We believe that the students must be excited through practical use of the language, as this helps naturally develop all other skills, such as listening, reading and writing.  The French department offers a sound base of knowledge required for further study, work and leisure.  Currently, we are preparing students for IGCSE French to be taken in Year 11.
YORUBA
Yoruba language is being taught in Day Waterman College to enable all students to be able to speak, write, read and understand the language.  To achieve this objective, students learn topics like:

In addition to classroom learning, we go on trips to different places in Yoruba land like Olumo Rock in Ogun State, Museums, the Palace of Ooni of Ife, Sacred Grove in Osogbo, Osun State.

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