GCSE Mathematics

Details of what the course involves

The aims of the course are to increase the mathematical skills of the individual and to enable students to apply these skills in solving a variety of problems in different contexts. There are six key areas of study:

● Number ● Algebra ● Ratio, proportion and rates of change ● Geometry and measures ● Probability ● Statistics

In Years 10 and 11 these are taken at one of two levels based on the GCSE (9–1) Specification:

● Foundation Level: Grades available 5–1

● Higher Level: Grades available 9–4

The Mathematics Department sets the students, using the recommendations of teachers as well as written tests, so that we are better able to meet the mathematical needs of each individual student.

How will the course be examined?

The students take three examination papers at the end of the course.

Higher level: 3 x 1.5 hour paper.

Foundation level: 3 x 1.5 hour paper.

A calculator is permitted on two of the papers.