Mathematics

Maths is an amazing subject, and one that will be useful in many careers and also generally in everyday life. Achieving a good grade will be needed to do many subjects after GCSEs, including Sciences, Computing, Engineering and Economics.

You will continue to study the key curriculum areas from KS3, but greater emphasis will be put on proportional reasoning and algebraic techniques. The GCSE will require you to apply your understanding of Mathematics to solve non-routine or unfamiliar problems. As a result, lessons are challenging with significant focus on “thinking through a problem”.

What will I learn?

There are 6 main areas of GCSE Maths: number; algebra; ratio, proportion and rates of change; geometry and measures; probability; and statistics. If you enjoy the statistical parts of GCSE Maths, you might also like to consider studying GCSE Statistics as one of your options. See the Statistics page for more information.

How will I be assessed?

Three examinations assessing the entire curriculum, equally weighted. All papers are 90 minutes at either Higher or Foundation tier.

- 1 non-calculator

- 2 calculator papers

The most able and/or keen Year 11 mathematicians will also be invited to attend “To Infinity and Beyond” extension classes, in which you will explore further aspects of Maths, including those that are covered at A level.