How to Beat Exam Anxiety in Maths
Feeling nervous before a maths exam is normal — but it doesn’t have to hold you back. Here are ten strategies to reduce anxiety and perform at your best.
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Common Mistakes Students Make in GCSE Maths — And How to Avoid Them
The ten most common mistakes students make in GCSE Maths — from misusing calculators to forgetting units — and simple ways to avoid them.
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Foundation or Higher Tier in GCSE Maths? How to Decide
Should you take Foundation or Higher Tier in GCSE Maths? We explain the differences, grade ranges, benefits, risks, and how to decide the best fit.
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GCSE Maths Explained: Papers, Structure, and What Students Need to Know
Everything you need to know about GCSE Maths exam structure: papers, tiers, exam boards, marks, topic weightings, and preparation strategies.
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A Brief History of GCSE Maths: How the Exam Has Changed Over Time
From O-Levels and CSEs to the modern 9–1 grading system — discover how GCSE Maths has evolved and why its history matters for students today.
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The Most Important Formulas You Must Know for GCSE Maths
Formulas are the backbone of GCSE Maths. Discover the key formulas you must memorise, from Pythagoras and trigonometry to probability and statistics.
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How to Master Word Problems in GCSE Maths
Word problems can feel intimidating, but with the right strategies they become much more manageable. Here are 10 tips to master them with confidence.
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How Parents Can Help Their Child Succeed in GCSE Maths
Ten practical ways parents can support their child’s GCSE Maths success — from building good study habits to reducing anxiety and celebrating effort.
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Top 10 Tips for Passing GCSE Maths
Ten proven tips for GCSE Maths success — understand the papers, master the basics, memorise key formulas, use past papers, show working, target weak topics, use your calculator well, handle word problems, revise regularly, and manage time calmly.
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Why Maths Skills Matter Beyond GCSEs
GCSE Maths is more than just an exam — discover ten reasons why maths skills matter for daily life, further study, careers, and personal confidence.
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The 80/20 Study Plan: Boost GCSE Maths in 30 Minutes a Day
A simple, high-impact routine that targets the 20% of skills that drive 80% of your GCSE Maths marks.
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Calculator vs Non-Calculator: What To Practise Each Week
Split your revision smartly: fluency on non-calc days, strategy on calc days. Here’s a simple weekly plan that covers both.
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Mastering Tricky Topics in GCSE Maths
Explore strategies to tackle the hardest parts of the GCSE Maths syllabus with confidence.
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