National 5 Maths

The National 5 Mathematics course will develop and understanding in applying mathematical skills in the study of Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry and Statistics where pupils will get the opportunity to apply Mathematical techniques in real life situations.

PRIOR KNOWLEDGE- This course will suit the needs of pupils who have successfully completed National 4 Maths and demonstrated a solid knowledge of all areas of the National 4 course.

In order for you to reach your full potential we expect you to attend class regularly, come prepared for each lesson, meet deadlines for classwork and homework, seek help if experiencing difficulties and prepare thoroughly for each assessment.

PROGRESSION – Successful completion of National 5 Maths will mean pupils could progress onto Higher Maths

HOMEWORK- Homework will be issued on a regular basis and will reflect the pupils class work, homework will be given from a variety of sources, including a homework book or at times they may be issued with a write-on sheet, testing their knowledge on a particular topic.

CONDITIONS OF AWARD- This course is split into 3 units, Applications, Expressions and Formulae and Relationships, culminating in a final external SQA exam.  

TIMELINE- The timelines for the current session can be found below

Homework will reflect the work of the class and is taken from a variety of sources.

Additionally, Formal Homework exercises will be issued for each block of work.

Formal homework's for each level within National 5 Maths can be found below along with homework booklets which can be used to supplement work completed in class.

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