Maths

Algebra is like solving puzzles with numbers and letters. Instead of just using numbers, we use symbols (like x or y) to stand for something we don't know yet. You'll learn how to uncover what those letters mean by spotting patterns, using logical steps, and keeping both sides of an equation balanced. Once you get the hang of it, algebra becomes a powerful tool for solving problems and understanding how different parts of maths fit together.

Core calculations is where you learn the essential methods for tackling real-world maths problems. Instead of just relying on quick mental maths, you'll master the step-by-step techniques needed to work out longer problems involving big numbers, money and time. You'll discover how to effectively use methods like short and long multiplication and division. You'll also learn to break down complex word problems into simple calculations, giving you the confidence to solve maths questions that look tricky at first glance.

Data is all about collecting, organising and understanding information. It helps us make sense of the world, from sports scores and weather reports to survey results and science experiments. You'll learn how to display data clearly using bar charts, pie charts, line graphs and tables, and how to describe what the numbers show using averages like mean, median and mode, as well as range. You'll also explore probability - how likely something is to happen - and use tools like Venn diagrams and scatter charts to spot patterns and connections. Get ready to uncover the stories hidden in the numbers.

Fractions and decimals are two ways of showing parts of a whole. They help us describe quantities that aren't whole numbers - like half a pizza, three-quarters of a chocolate bar, or part of a glass of juice. You'll learn how to compare, order, add, subtract, multiply and divide them, and how to switch between fractions and decimals when solving problems. Understanding how they connect makes many areas of maths easier, from measurement and shape to algebra and data. See how fractions and decimals work hand in hand.

Measurement helps us describe and compare the world around us. It's how we work out how long, heavy or tall something is, how much space it takes up, or how fast it's moving. You'll learn to measure and calculate things like length, area, perimeter, volume, and surface area, and to use the right units for each one. You'll also explore time, speed, and conversions between metric units. From timing a race to finding the area of a garden, measurement turns real-world problems into numbers you can work with.

Numbers are at the heart of all maths. They help us count, compare, calculate and understand patterns in everything from shopping totals to the stars in the sky. Explore how numbers connect and behave; learning about factors, multiples, primes, squares and cubes, as well as how to work with negative numbers and percentages. You'll also practise using the correct order of operations and solving word problems step by step. Understanding numbers builds a strong foundation for every other topic in maths.

Ratio and proportion help us compare quantities and keep things in the right balance. They show how one amount relates to another, like mixing squash, sharing snacks, or reading a map to scale. You'll learn how to write and simplify ratios, find missing values, and use scale factors to make drawings or models larger or smaller. You'll also explore proportion, where two things change in the same way. Once you understand these ideas, you'll start to see ratios and proportions everywhere, in recipes, designs, and even science experiments.

Geometry is the study of shapes, space and how things fit together. It helps us understand the lines, angles and patterns that make up the world around us, from the corners of a book to the curve of a wheel. You'll explore different kinds of shapes, like triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons and circles, and learn how to measure and describe them accurately. You'll also look at how shapes move and turn, and how to plot their positions on a grid. Geometry is all about seeing the hidden structure in the world, once you start noticing it, you'll spot it everywhere!