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Head of Mathematics:
Mr T Wates- twates @ brit. croydon. sch. uk
Awarding Body: Edexcel
QAN: 601 / 46700 / 3
Specification: 1MA1 / 1F or 1MA1 / 1H
Course Description:
GCSE Mathematics develops problem-solving, logical reasoning and numerical skills essential for everyday life and further study. Students will study key areas: number, algebra, ratio and proportion, geometry, probability and statistics.
Assessment consists of three exams:
Paper 1: Non-calculator
33.3 %
Paper 2: Calculator
33.3 %
Paper 3: Calculator
33.3 %
The course is available at Foundation( grades 1-5) and Higher( grades 4-9) tiers to suit different abilities.

Mathematics

Head of Mathematics:
Mr T Wates- twates @ brit. croydon. sch. uk
@ thebritschool
Awarding Body: Edexcel
QAN: 601 / 46700 / 3
Specification: 1MA1 / 1F or 1MA1 / 1H
Course Description:
GCSE Mathematics develops problem-solving, logical reasoning and numerical skills essential for everyday life and further study. Students will study key areas: number, algebra, ratio and proportion, geometry, probability and statistics.
Assessment consists of three exams:
Paper 1: Non-calculator
33.3 %
1h 30m
Paper 2: Calculator
33.3 %
1h 30m
Paper 3: Calculator
33.3 %
1h 30m
The course is available at Foundation( grades 1-5) and Higher( grades 4-9) tiers to suit different abilities.
High achieving students have the opportunity to study Level 2 Certificate in
Further Mathematics.