GCSE maths has had a big shakeup. It’s no surprise if you look at statistics, which show that a quarter of children leave secondary school without the ability to perform basic numeracy tasks – something which is essential to everyday life, not just the pastime of mathematical geniuses.
So, it’s little wonder that there has been a shakeup. Students now have to be able to problem-solve more, which they can only do effectively if they have a full grasp of maths, to begin with. There have also been a number of topics added to both the foundation and higher papers, and a few taken out or shifted between them.
While the changes don’t have to spell doom, if your child is struggling to keep up, it’s worth considering a GCSE maths or English tutor. Geek School has sites in Beckenham and Downham, Bromley, to help your child achieve their full potential in time for their GCSE maths and English.
Does that make GCSE maths harder – in a word, yes!
If you’d like to give your child a fighting chance at getting the best grade they can for their GCSE maths, GCSE English language and GCSE English literature, please get in touch today – Geek School can help. Get in touch today to ensure that your child can develop and hone the skills required to make the cut.