Blog Posts tagged Maths

Page 1 of 14

Maths anxiety| How to help your child overcome it

by Anita Naik

Over a third of adults (35%) say that doing maths makes them anxious, while one in five are so fearful that it makes them feel physically sick. National Numeracy's study of 3,000 UK adults found that numeracy can cause many feelings of fear or unease, while almost a third (29 per cent) say they acti...

Read more ›

How to revise for Maths GCSE Higher Tier

by Anita Naik

Revising for Maths GCSE higher-tier requires extra revision time, so start by factoring more slots into your timetable. Even if you're adept at the subject, daily practice on the more advanced topics is key to securing an 8 or 9 come results day.

What can you expect from the higher-tier exam?

E...

Read more ›

How a maths and physics GCSE tutor can help your child

by Anita Naik

According to sources, the hardest GCSEs to achieve a 9 or 8 are Maths, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. These subjects often require a high level of critical thinking, complex concepts, and a broad understanding of the material to reach the top grades.

In 2024, five percent of GCSE entries for math...

Read more ›

How to pass maths GCSE as an adult

by Anita Naik

There is no age limit to retaking or taking Maths GCSE for the first time. Taking GCSEs as an adult is an excellent way to improve your job prospects and access further higher education. Here's how to pass Maths GCSE as an adult.

Understand the exam and grading structure

GCSE Maths in the UK is di...

Read more ›

How to find the best GCSE maths tutor

by Anita Naik

January marks the academic year's mid-point, giving students approximately 20 weeks until the start of GCSEs. Wherever your child is with maths revision and whatever their mock grade, they still have time to improve their grades, catch up and ensure they have a strong foundation for the exams. Here'...

Read more ›