Higher Tier
Higher Tier GCSE Maths Course
Develop advanced mathematical thinking and problem-solving skills while covering all key GCSE Higher Tier topics, with clear, structured explanations suitable for students targeting Grades 4–9.
Program Overview
- Duration: 20 Months (September Year 9 – April Year 11)
- Sessions: 8 per month (1 module per month)
- Target Students: Working towards Grades 4 to 9 (Higher Tier GCSE)
- Course Duration: 2 academic years (Year 9 & Year 10 leading into Year 11)
- Assessment: Quizzes are provided after each session, and each module includes a dedicated mock test to reinforce learning and track progress
Course Features
- Step-by-Step Teaching: Lessons include worked examples, practice exercises, and real-world problem scenarios
- Quizzes & Homework: Quizzes and homework worksheets are provided after each session.
- Module Mock Tests: Each module includes a mock test to assess understanding.
- Progress Tracking Dashboard: Parents can monitor their child’s progress through an online platform.
- 24-Hour Doubt Support Students can submit questions online and receive answers within 24 hours.
- Small Group Classes: Classes are kept small to provide personalised guidance and feedback.
- Course Schedule: Eight sessions per month, each approximately one hour, over 20 months (September Year 9 to April Year 11).
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers all key Higher Tier GCSE Maths topics, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, probability, and more.
Course Phase 1 – Concept Classes
Covers Core Concepts for Both Foundation and Higher Tier GCSE Maths
| Module | Title | Key Topics Covered | Duration | Academic Year | Tier | Book Now |
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| Module 1 | Numbers | Place value, ordering/comparing numbers, rounding, four operations, BIDMAS/PEMDAS, factors, multiples, primes, HCF, LCM, fractions, decimals, percentages, powers and roots, standard form, negative numbers, recurring decimals, percentage change, interest calculations, and more. | 2 Months [Sept–Oct] | Year 9 | Foundation & Higher | Book Now |
| Module 2 | Ratio & Proportion | Ratios, simplifying/sharing, unitary method, proportions in recipes/maps, direct/inverse proportion, speed–distance–time, best buy, unit pricing, and more. | 2 Months [Nov–Dec] | Year 9 | Foundation & Higher | Book Now |
| Module 3 | Algebra | Expressions, substitution, forming expressions, solving equations, nth term, expanding/factorising brackets, inequalities & graphing, and more. | 2 Months [Jan–Feb] | Year 9 | Foundation & Higher | Book Now |
| Module 4 | Geometry, Graphs & Coordinates | Properties of shapes, angle rules, perimeter/area, volume, circles, nets/surface area, transformations, constructions, coordinates, linear graphs, distance–time graphs, scatter diagrams, line of best fit, and more. | 2 Months [Mar–Apr] | Year 9 | Foundation & Higher | Book Now |
| Module 5 | Statistics | Data collection, frequency tables, averages, pictograms, bar charts, pie charts, line graphs, grouped data, estimated means, interpretation and comparison of data, and more. | 2 Months [May–June] | Year 9 | Foundation & Higher | Book Now |
| Module 6 | Probability | Probability language and scale, listing outcomes, sample space diagrams, probability of single events, frequency trees, experimental probability, Venn diagrams, two-way tables, probability grids, and revision. | 2 Months [July–Sept] | Year 9 | Foundation & Higher | Book Now |
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| Module 6 | Probability (continued) | Further practice on probability topics and mixed revision. | 2 Months [July–Sept] | Year 10 | Foundation & Higher | |
| Module 7A | Revision & Targeted Practice | Full revision of Modules 1–6, diagnostic assessments, worksheets, quizzes, remedial sessions. | 2 Months [Oct–Nov] | Year 10 | Foundation & Higher | Book Now |
| Module 7B | Exam Practice & Mock Testing | Practice of all 3 GCSE Maths papers, timed mock exams, past papers, strategies, and confidence-building. | 2 Months [Dec–Jan] | Year 10 | Foundation & Higher | Book Now |
| Transition Assessment | May | Diagnostic test to decide Higher Tier readiness | Year 10 | Transition Assessment | ||
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| Course Phase 2 – Practice Classes Focused practice sessions for Foundation Tier GCSE Maths. | ||||||
| Revision + Timed Practice | Revision + Practice sets + Feedback | October | Year 11 | Foundation Tier Only | Book Now | |
| Revision + Practice sets + Feedback | November | Year 11 | Book Now | |||
| Revision + Practice sets + Feedback | December | Year 11 | Book Now | |||
| GCSE Foundation Exam Practice | GCSE Paper 1 (Non-Calculator), formula recall, past papers, exam skills | January | Year 11 | Foundation Tier Only | Book Now | |
| GCSE Paper 2 (Calculator), formula recall, past papers, exam skills | February | Year 11 | Book Now | |||
| GCSE Paper 3 (Calculator), formula recall, past papers, exam skills | March | Year 11 | Book Now | |||
| Full-length foundation paper + feedback | April | Year 11 | Book Now | |||
| Course Phase 2 – Higher Tier Only Advanced programme for full syllabus coverage and exam preparation. | ||||||
| Module 8 | Advanced Algebra | Quadratics (expand, factorise, solve, formula), completing the square, graphing quadratics, rearranging formulae, algebraic fractions, proofs. | 2 Months [Feb–Mar] | Year 10 | Higher Only | Book Now |
| Module 9 | Graphs & Non-linears | Simultaneous equations, solving linear–quadratic systems, cubics, reciprocal graphs, function notation, composite/inverse functions, graph transformations. | 2 Months [Apr–May] | Year 10 | Higher Only | Book Now |
| Module 10 | Trigonometry & Proofs | Trig ratios, exact values, 3D trig, Sine/Cosine Rules, solving triangles, circle theorems, proofs and reasoning. | 2 Months [Jun–July] | Year 10 | Higher Only | Book Now |
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| Module 11 | Volumes & Geometry | Volume of cones, spheres, frustums, surface area of solids, similarity, scale factors, compound solid problems. | 2 Months [Sept–Oct] | Year 11 | Higher Only | Book Now |
| Module 12 | Advanced Statistics | Tree diagrams, combined events, histograms, cumulative frequency, box plots, comparing data sets (IQR/median), skew interpretation. | 2 Months [Nov–Dec] | Year 11 | Higher Only | Book Now |
| Course Phase 2 – Higher Tier Practice Classes Focused sessions for advanced problem solving and exam techniques. | ||||||
| Module 13 | Higher Exam Practice & Mock Testing | Practice of all 3 GCSE Maths papers (timed), past paper walkthroughs, targeted revision, feedback, exam strategy, confidence building. | 4 Months [Jan–Apr] | Year 11 | Higher Only | Book Now |
