RESIT GCSE Mathematics

Course summary

This is a GCSE resit class. This is offered to all students who do not achieve a grade 4 or above in their summer exam. You will have one or two lessons a week and you will resit the exam in the summer. Who should take the course: Students working towards gaining a GCSE qualification in mathematics for the first time or those with a grade 3 or below at GCSE. The course is NOT designed for those who already have a grade 4 or higher in GCSE Mathematics. What will you study: All students follow the Edexcel course in a linear format. The GCSE Mathematics course will develop learners ‘confidence, fluency and problem-solving skills in number, algebra, ratio, proportion and rates of change, geometry and measures, probability and statistics Within these content headings, students are assessed on the use and application of standard techniques on their ability to reason, interpret and communicate mathematically and on their ability to solve problems within mathematics and other contexts. Why take this course: The course helps students to develop their numeracy skills, which are crucial in many areas of life. Gaining a GCSE in mathematics is an important requirement for many other courses at college and university and is highly regarded by employers.