GCSE Mathematics

OVERVIEW

This course develops a student's knowledge, understanding and skills across a wide range of mathematical topics.

• Examination board: Edexcel

• Course title: GCSE Mathematics

• Three written examinations - each is 1 hour 30 minutes in length, has 80 marks available and is worth a third of the final grade

• Papers are tiered: Higher (grades 9-3) and Foundation (grades 5-1)

THE DETAILS

The content of GCSE Mathematics has been grouped into topic areas: 

• Number

• Algebra

• Ratio

• Proportion and rates of change

• Geometry and measures

• Probability

• Statistics         

Students will develop confidence, fluent knowledge, skills and applications in mathematical techniques to solve problems.

Over the course of study, they will also be motivated to comprehend, interpret and communicate mathematical information in a variety of forms, appropriate to the information and context.

THE EXAMINATIONS

The GCSE exam will be entirely assessed by written examination. There is no coursework requirement.

Paper 1: Non-calculator paper (80 marks, a third of whole grade)

Paper 2: Calculator paper (80 marks, a third of whole grade)

Paper 3: Calculator paper (80 marks, a third of whole grade)

Lead Professional for Mathematics - Mr A Nyarko - a.nyarko@lordswoodboys.co.uk