1. GCSE Mathematics Mr J Lawton KS3 coordinator
Miss A Whitehead
KS4 coordinator

2. The new GCSE
There is only one mathematics qualification available at GCSE
Two tiers – Foundation and Higher
The new GCSE 9-1 specification is more challenging than in the past

3. The new GCSE
There are three papers, each lasting hour and 30 minutes
Paper 1 is non-calculator
Papers 2 and 3 are calculator papers

4. The new specification GCSE quotes five main areas of mathematics
Number – numeracy, fractions, decimals, percentages. Algebra – generalising situations by using formulae, expressions, equations. Geometry and Measures – area/perimeter, measure, transformations Statistics and Probability – Probability, collecting and representing data. Ratio, Proportion and Rates of Change

5. Examination content

6. Foundation Higher Marks 50% New grade 1 2 Lower 3 Upper 3 4 5
Old grade
G/F E D-
D C C/B
Higher
Marks
50%
New grade
Old grade
C C/B B
A A/A* A**

7. What can the boys be doing to help?

8. MyMaths Username westhill Password area
Each student has their own individual second tier log in – if they don’t know it they need to ask their class teacher.

9. PIXL Maths App All boys will be given login details for this
Google “PIXL maths app” and it is the first search result.

10. GCSE Examiner’s reports
On all papers, the quality of arithmetic gave cause for concern.
On non-calculator papers, it is the standard of basic arithmetic that loses marks through the paper. And this concern is at all levels of ability. Their comprehension of mathematics often outstrips their numerical ability.
Poor arithmetic results in the loss of too many marks, and more time spent by centres on basic arithmetic skills would be time well spent.
Arithmetic errors caused problems for students who otherwise engaged with a question and decided not to use a calculator. Some students did not show the working from their calculator.

11. Arithmetic

12. “Take a challenge” allows both legacy spec and 9-1 spec challenges to be taken

13. Therapy
Tuition PowerPoints and videos
Practice questions
Answers

14. Expectations
The Mathematics syllabus has the most content of any GCSE, so every lesson counts
Concentration, maturity, a good work ethic and commitment
Homework – completing on time and acting on feedback

15. Expectations
Taking responsibility for their own learning - addressing any areas for improvement
One form time a week is dedicated to improving their numeracy skills, so boys must use this time wisely

16. How can you help as parents?
Check that your son is completing homework
Check exercise books and look at teacher feedback
Use the maths objectives sheets to target weak areas and extend their learning

17. Use assessments review sheets to target questions they got wrong

18. How can you help as parents?
Revision – boys need to be revising now!
If they have not already done so, boys need to purchase revision materials

19. RECOMMENDED REVISION GUIDE
ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT
Casio FX85GT+ Scientific Calculator
£8.00
Maths Equipment pack 
£1.00
RECOMMENDED REVISION GUIDE 
Collins AQA GCSE Revision and Practice book 
(Higher / Foundation)
£4.00

20. REVISION RESOURCES
The Mathematical Association GCSE Revision cards
   (Higher / Foundation)
£7.50
Pocket Poster GCSE Revision book
(Higher / Foundation)
£3.30
Collins Grade Busters
£2.00
Collins Snap Revision booklets
(Geometry and Measures, Algebra)
£1.00

21. Buy it now!
Revision resources can be ordered this evening.
Complete order form, along with payment, inside the envelope
Write pupil’s name, form and maths class on envelope
Buy it later
Bring completed order form and money to pupil’s maths teacher
Cash / cheque / PP vouchers accepted

22. GCSE Mathematics Miss S Butler Head of Mathematics
Mr J Lawton
KS3 coordinator
Miss A Whitehead
KS4 coordinator