Mathematics
EXAM BOARD: EDUQAS
HEAD OF MATHS: Mrs Murphy
STAFF: Miss Downing-Green, Mrs Fletcher, Mr Godwin, Mrs Kane, Mr Potts, Mrs Price, Mr Price, Mr Pullen, Miss Wallace, Ms Whittam, Mr Kewley, Mr Kerwin
This course provides a strong foundation for AS/A Level Mathematics and supports careers requiring analytical and problem-solving skills.
Summary of Topics:
NUMBER:
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Integers
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Decimals
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Fractions
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Percentages
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Powers
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Roots
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Standard form
ALGEBRA:
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Expressions
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Equations
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Formulae
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Sequences
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Graphs
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Functions
RATIO, PROPORTION AND RATES OF CHANGE:
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Ratios
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Percentages
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Direct and inverse proportion
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Growth and decay
GEOMETRY AND MEASURES:
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Properties of shapes
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Constructions
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Mensuration
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Trigonometry
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Vectors
PROBABILITY:
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Experimental and theoretical probability
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Combined events
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Conditional probability
STATISTICS:
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Data collection
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Representation
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Interpretation
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Measures of central tendency and spread
Skills developed:
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​Fluency: Confident use of mathematical methods and concepts.
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Application: Select and apply techniques to solve routine and non-routine problems.
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Reasoning: Make deductions, construct arguments, and present proofs.
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Communication: Interpret and convey mathematical information in various forms.
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Problem Solving: Tackle unfamiliar problems and link different areas of mathematics.
Examination Board:
Students will follow the Educas C300 GCSE, which is delivered by WJEC. Students are set by ability. Regular reviews take place after formal assessments to ensure that students are studying the correct tier to allow them to meet their potential.
Tiers of Entry:
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Foundation Tier: Grades 1–5
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Higher Tier: Grades 4–9 (with grade 3 possible for those just below the boundary)
Learners must sit both components at the same tier in one series.