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Mathematics

The Mathematics GCSE is a two year course examined at the end of Year 11. There is no coursework
component; however, detailed problem solving is embedded in the content.

A large proportion of the assessment will be functional Mathematics (i.e. the use of Maths in solving day to
day problems.) Therefore thinking skills are essential.

Homework will be regularly given, using both ICT and written pieces. Pupils will be required to own and use
a scientific calculator.

There are two tiers in Mathematics that students can study.
On the Higher tier course students can achieve grades 3 to 9. On the Foundation tier course students can
achieve grades 1 to 5.

Paper 1: External Examination (1 hour 30 minutes) Out of 100 marks.
1
of the total GCSE marks: This is a Calculator Examination.
3

Paper 2: External Examination (1 hour 30 minutes) Out of 100 marks.
1
of the total GCSE marks: This is a Non-Calculator Examination.
3

Paper 3: External Examination (1 hour 30 minutes) Out of 100 marks.
1
of the total GCSE marks: This is a Calculator Examination.
3

All parts of the GCSE syllabus can be assessed in any of the three papers.

Examination Board: OCR linear Specification J560

Head of Department: Miss A Holland

aholland@hagleyrc.worcs.sch.uk