All our KS5 Maths resources  

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20 home learning ideas for maths teachers during Coronavirus (COVID-19)New!

A collection of ideas to ease your planning and help add some  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 02/04/2020 | From the resource collection(s): Teaching and learning - Maths

Isle of WightNew!

A resource developed for Core maths as an early introduction  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 30/03/2020 | From the resource collection(s): Problem solving

Handwriting: how to support students

A teacher-facing resource providing tips on helping secondary  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 10/01/2020 | From the resource collection(s): SEND - Maths

Plan, teach, mark: a step-by-step approach

Written for training teachers, this is a practical guide for  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 05/12/2019 | From the resource collection(s): ITE - Maths

Supporting students in developing resilience

Tracy Godfroy, child psychotherapist and clinical supervisor,  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 28/11/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Wellbeing - Maths

10 golden rules of mental health wellbeing

Andy Sammons, Head of Department and author of 'The Compassionate  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 28/11/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Wellbeing - Maths

Sorting a proof that root 2 is irrational

A sorting task to arrange a proof that root 2 is irrational.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 11/11/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Problem solving | Proof

Place value support

This powerpoint is useful for any students (KS3, KS4 or skills  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5 | Areas | Published: 04/11/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Place value

Mountains of gold

Created for Level 3 Core Maths as an early introduction to 'Fermi  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 07/10/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Measures | Problem solving | Skills | Area and circumference | Metric units | Rounding and estimating | Volume and surface area

20 ideas for developing numeracy across the curriculum

20 great ideas to get you started as you develop numeracy across  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 23/09/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Skills | Maths in context | Posters and displays

Collecting Data vocabulary

This resource is a fill in the gap activity created for year  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 11/09/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics | Statistics & Probability | Data collection and sampling

Trigonometry card sort

A card sort for KS4 Higher GCSE or early KS5 A-Level. Students  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 28/08/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Geometry and measure | Trigonometry – area of a triangle | Trigonometry – sine and cosine rules | Trigonometry – SOHCAHTOA | Trigonometry – triangles and diagrams

Prime triangles and functions

An investigation making use of logic, permutations, the factorial  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 08/07/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Number | Functions

The binomial theorem

This resource is a summary of the binomial theorem, with examples  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 24/06/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Binomial theorem

Coins investigation

Aimed at students studying for the Core Maths qualification,  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 24/06/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Skills | AQA | Area and circumference | Calculator skills | Circles | Converting units of area and volume | Maths in context | Metric units | Solids and nets – volume | Volume and surface area

Integration by parts card sort

This card sort is designed to help Year 13 students derive the  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 10/06/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Calculus | Integration

Euclid's proof of infinitely many primes

This resource has been developed for A-Level AQA mathematics  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 10/06/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Number | Number properties – primes | Proof

A-level functions revision

Revision worksheet on functions, covering the range, domain,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 11/03/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Calculus | Core | AQA | Schemes | Functions | Revision

Working with logarithms

An activity to develop fluency in manipulation of logarithms.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 25/02/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Logarithms

A mechanics investigation

Designed for A2 students - The investigation makes use of tr  … read more

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KS5 | Mechanics | Published: 11/02/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Schemes | Forces | Kinematics in 2 dimensions

Linear functions review

In this resource, Students are asked to model a situation using  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 04/02/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Linear equations | Maths in context

Functional maths – a busy day

This functional maths resource is aimed at 16 - 19 learners in  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 04/02/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Measures | Problem solving | Skills | Calculator skills | Maths in context

Measures of central tendency - average

A resource looking at the 3 measures of average and the effects  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 21/01/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | Averages and spread – mean, median, mode and range

Completing the square

KS4, KS5. This takes the student through the steps to completing  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 14/01/2019 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Quadratics – completing the square | Sketching curves

20 ideas to improve teacher wellbeing in schools

A fantastic list of practical ideas and tips to improve teacher  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 20/12/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Skills | Transition | Wellbeing - Maths | Assessment tools | Posters and displays | Revision

Merry Christmas: equations of graphs

Ideal for revision of straight line graphs or a mixture of linear  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 10/12/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Christmas | Linear graphs – finding the equation of a line | Non-linear graphs – circles | Non-linear graphs – general transformations

Tutor Group Advent Calendar

This festive calendar is designed for teachers to use with their  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 26/11/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Skills | Christmas

Solving double angle identity equations

KS5 solving double angle identity equations by putting the cards  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 26/11/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Geometry and measure | Trigonometry – trigonometric identities

Integrating trigonometric functions (by inspection)

A useful introduction to reversing the chain rule before introducing  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 12/11/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Calculus | Integration

Mechanics - splitting a vector into component forms

Year 12 mechanics lesson to take a vector and split it up into  … read more

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KS5 | Mechanics | Published: 05/11/2018 | From the resource collection(s): AQA | Vectors

Forces - diagrams and calculations

A worksheet for students to explore the use of diagrams in calculating  … read more

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KS5 | Mechanics | Published: 23/10/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Forces

Problem solving A-level question - parametric function

One parametric function leading to many A2 topics – Curve sketching,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 08/10/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Calculus | Problem solving | Integration | Parametric equations

Iteration and roots of equations

An investigation into the unpredictable search for the roots  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 01/10/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Calculus | Geometry and measure | Iteration

Statistics introduction task

A nice introductory task for AS statistics. Encourages group  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 24/09/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | Data collection and sampling

Challenging sequences

Some challenging questions based on some famous sequences. Could  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 24/09/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Number | Sequences - special types | Sequences – nth term | Sequences – term to term

Investigating quadratic equations

An investigation on the roots of quadratic equations. Sums and  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 17/09/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Complex numbers | Quadratics – solving quadratics | Quadratics – the quadratic equation | Simultaneous equations | Surds

Resolving forces in mechanics

A-level Mechanics - splits up how to calculate the vertical and  … read more

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KS5 | Mechanics | Published: 10/09/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Forces

Mechanics-vectors finding magnitude and direction

This resource encourages the use of good diagrams to find magnitudes  … read more

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KS5 | Mechanics | Published: 03/09/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Kinematics in 2 dimensions

Statistics - discrete distributions card sort

A card sort activity on discrete distributions. Suitable for  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 28/08/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | AQA | Discrete distributions

Ran# and the RanInt buttons on the Casio fx-991EX Calculator

This sheet shows how to use the Ran# and the RanInt buttons on  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 16/08/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Number | AQA | Calculator skills

A2 revision - an extended question.

An extended and challenging A' Level question exploring various  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 16/08/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Calculus | Binomial theorem | Differentiation | Logarithms | Partial fractions

Matrices and transformations - cards matching activity

An activity to match matrices with their transformations. Suitable  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 06/08/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Geometry and measure | Matrices | Transformations - rotation | Transformations – enlargement | Transformations – mixed | Transformations– reflection

A-level extended question on calculus and trigonometry

An extended problem-solving type question suitable for upper  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 30/07/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Calculus | AQA | Differentiation | Integration | Trigonometry – trigonometric identities

Logarithmic and exponential functions

A useful matching activity on exponentials and logarithms for  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 23/07/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Exponential growth | Logarithms

Reasoning activity – logs

An ASN (always, sometimes, never) activity based on properties  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 16/07/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Logarithms

Reasoning activity- Exponents

An interesting ASN (always, sometimes, never) activity on exponents  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 09/07/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Indices | Indices – integer powers | Indices – negative/fractional powers

Finding Stationary Points

A step-by-step method for finding Stationary Points. Useful for  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 09/07/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Calculus | Differentiation | Sketching curves

Arcs, Sectors and Segments

Various Formulae for parts of a circle. Suitable for early KS5  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 09/07/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Area and circumference | Circles | Radians

Arithmetic and geometric series formulae

A summary of the formulae for Arithmetic and Geometric Progressions.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 02/07/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Series

Challenging inequalities

Challenging inequalities exercise for KS 5.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 02/07/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Inequalities

20 teaching ideas and strategies to support students with dyslexia

This resource has been written for us by dyslexia expert Dr Gavin  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 25/06/2018 | From the resource collection(s): SEND - Maths

Parametric equations - card match activity

A card match activity on matching cartesian and parametric equations  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 25/06/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Parametric equations

Introduction to proof

An activity focusing on introducing the idea of proof in early  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 25/06/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Proof

Box plots

A resource exploring properties of box plots. A good introduction  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 18/06/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics | Box plots

Complex numbers treasure hunt

A treasure hunt on complex numbers properties. A useful revision  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 18/06/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Number | Complex numbers

Growth mindset

A resource written for us by author and experienced teacher,  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 29/05/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Teaching and learning - Maths

Trigonometric identities

A presentation introducing simple trig identities to lower KS5.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 21/05/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Trigonometry – trigonometric identities

Simplifying surds

A presentation on simplifying surds suitable for lower KS5.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 21/05/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Number | Surds

Histograms

A worksheet and presentation on histograms. Suitable for early  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 08/05/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | Graphs and charts – histograms

Inverse functions

A KS5 worksheet looking at graphing and algebraic work on inverse  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 30/04/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Geometry and measure | Inverse operations | Sketching curves

Money-selecting coins

Very simple money activity for students who have difficulty with  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 16/04/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Addition and subtraction

Getting to know your learners

A resource written for us by Sue Cowley. Five top tips for getting  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 16/04/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Teaching and learning - Maths

Quadratic equations

A presentation on the various different approaches to solving  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 09/04/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Quadratics – completing the square | Quadratics – solving quadratics | Quadratics – the quadratic equation

Indices treasure hunt

Exercise on indices in the form of a treasure hunt game. Suitable  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 09/04/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Indices – negative/fractional powers

Prime factorisation and anagrams

A resource which makes use of the fundamental theorem of arithmetic  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 03/04/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Prime factorisation

Ulam’s spiral of primes and quadratic sequences

Quadratic sequences generated from a spiral of integers which  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 19/03/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Rich tasks | Sequences - special types | Sequences – nth term

Summary sheet- logs

This is a useful summary sheet of the laws of logarithms. Contains  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 19/03/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Logarithms

Quadratic roots and graphs

Card matching activity which could be used at KS4 or 5.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 12/03/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Quadratics – completing the square | Quadratics – factorising and expanding | Quadratics – solving quadratics

Quadratic modelling investigation

A KS5 AS resource. Designed around the idea of modelling with  … read more

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KS5 | Mechanics | Published: 26/02/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Real-life graphs

Tough algebra

Some challenging algebraic manipulation problems. Suitable for  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 05/02/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Algebraic fractions | Collecting like terms | Expanding brackets | Expanding/factorising single brackets | Factorising polynomials

Matching equations to graphs

An activity for students to match graphs of reciprocal, cubic,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 29/01/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Geometry and measure | Sketching curves

Differentiation of inverse functions

A worksheet for KS5 on sketching and differentiating inverse  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 18/01/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Calculus | Differentiation | Sketching curves

Differentiation - rates of change

A worksheet looking at related rates of change using the chain  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 18/01/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Calculus | Differentiation

Polynomials worksheet

An AS core worksheet that deals with the factor/ remainder theorem,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 02/01/2018 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Factor theorem | Remainder theorem

Worksheet on proof

This worksheet looks at a variety of proofs. It could be useful  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 11/12/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Geometry and measure | Number | Proof

Prompt sheet for maths plenaries

A teacher prompt sheet for plenaries. A useful summary of the  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 04/12/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Plenary | Revision

Solving Quadratic Equations

A worksheet on solving quadratic equations which highlights the  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 04/12/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Quadratics – completing the square | Quadratics – factorising and expanding | Quadratics – solving quadratics | Quadratics – the quadratic equation

Review of straight lines

A worksheet exploring equations of lines and perpendicular bisectors.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 04/12/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Linear equations | Linear graphs – finding the equation of a line | Linear graphs – gradients

Show that questions - radians and trigonometry

Some very demanding unscaffolded 'show that' questions involving  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 27/11/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Radians | Trigonometry – trigonometric identities

Transformations of graphs

A matching activity for linking graphs to the appropriate tr  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 20/11/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Geometry and measure | Sketching curves | Transformations of functions

Sketching graphs

Plotting, skeching and recognising different graphs: quadratics,  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 13/11/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Sketching curves

Surds - a review sheet

Surds. A review sheet from a basic level up to higher level plus  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 30/10/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Number | Surds

Projectiles top trumps

A game of top trumps to revise and practise projectiles. Suitable  … read more

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KS5 | Mechanics | Published: 16/10/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Projectiles

Formulae for arc length, sector area and segment area

A summary of the formulae for length of an arc, area of a sector  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 09/10/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Area and circumference | Circles | Radians

Sequences and series

A summary of facts and formulae on arithmetic and geometric series.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 09/10/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Sequences – nth term | Series

Investigations into sin, cos and tan properties

Two simple investigations to explore simple trigonometry rel  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 02/10/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Trigonometry – trigonometric identities

Conversions between metric and imperial measurements

This worksheet is mainly aimed at functional skills students  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 15/09/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Metric/imperial conversion

Maths memory clock

An info-graphic designed to help pupils organise their time while  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 14/08/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Skills | Revision

Equations of motion

3 examples of using Newton's laws of motion in one dimension.  … read more

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KS5 | MechanicsPublished: 24/07/2017 | 

AQA AS and A-Level mathematics teaching guidance

A useful resource giving teaching guidance for the AQA AS and  … read more

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KS5 | Mechanics | Published: 30/06/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Statistics | AQA | Revision

Graphs and simultaneous linear and quadratic equations review sheet

This review sheet looks at how to solve simultaneous linear and  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 26/06/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Quadratics – the quadratic equation | Simultaneous equations

Visual and algebric proofs

Resource for multiple representation of proof as well as the  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 12/06/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Proof

Investigating the circle

An investigation into the equation of a circle using Pythagoras'  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 30/05/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Circles | Pythagoras' theorem | Sketching curves

Sequences review sheet

A review sheet on sequences. Suitable for KS4 or as revision  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 15/05/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Number | Sequences - special types | Sequences – nth term | Sequences – term to term

Sixth form study diary

This is a resource designed to be filled in weekly by sixth form  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 08/05/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Skills | Revision

Introduction to measure.

Introduction to Measure These worksheets were written and used  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 02/05/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Measuring lengths

Vectors in mechanics

A worksheet looking at motion in two dimensions under constant  … read more

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KS5 | Mechanics | Published: 24/04/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Vectors

Using the equation of motion, F = ma

A worksheet containing a variety of questions on Newton's second  … read more

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KS5 | Mechanics | Published: 24/04/2017 | From the resource collection(s): AQA

Discussion points in mechanics

A powerpoint presentation on discussion points in mechanics.  … read more

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KS5 | MechanicsPublished: 18/04/2017 | 

Forces in mechanics

A very useful worksheet on forces on a block on smooth and rough  … read more

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KS5 | MechanicsPublished: 10/04/2017 | 

Slider for multiplying and dividing by powers of ten

A useful slider for multiplying and dividing by 10. Could be  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 03/04/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Decimals

Scale drawing

Practice at functional skills examination questions on scale  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 27/03/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Maths in context | Measuring lengths

Connect 4 - decimal multiplication

This resource was designed for use with level 1 and level 2 functional  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 20/03/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Basic numeracy | Decimals | Multiplication and division

Simultaneous equations - linear and quadratic

A presentation of a basic introduction to simultanous equations  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 13/03/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Simultaneous equations

Cutting shapes - practice examination questions

Practice at functional skills examination questions on cutting  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 06/03/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Basic numeracy

Implicit differentiation

An investigative introduction to implicit differentiation. A  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 20/02/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Differentiation

Rules for transforming graphs

A useful resource sheet on transformations of graphs. suitable  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 20/02/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Geometry and measure | Transformations of functions

AS algebra introduction

A presentation outlining and revising basic algebra for AS students.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 13/02/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Factorising polynomials | Quadratics – factorising and expanding

Expanding more than two brackets

This is a resource for the new GCSE Maths specification, on the  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 09/01/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Expanding brackets

Collecting and interpreting real life data

This resource could be used with all 3 Key stages at secondary  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 19/12/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics | Data collection and sampling

Functions

An outline of the basic ideas of functions. Suitable for KS4  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 14/11/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Functions

Shopping spree activity

A game exploring functional mathematics. The teacher notes explain  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 07/11/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Maths in context | Percentages – simple percentages

Expanding triple brackets

Worksheet and accompanying powerpoint on expanding triple brackets.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 17/10/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Expanding brackets

Using assistive technology to support dyslexic writers

This resource written by Malcolm Litten, expert in assistive  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 19/09/2016 | From the resource collection(s): SEND - Maths

Recurring decimals and mathematical patterns – An investigation

A nice investigation into some properties of recurring decimals.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 19/09/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Number | Fractions/decimals/percentages

Approximations for pi

A few approximations for pi. Would make a nice poster.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 12/09/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Number

A proof of Pythagoras' Theorem

A short proof of Pythagoras' Theorem using trigonometry with  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 12/09/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Pythagoras' theorem | Trigonometry or Pythagoras? | Trigonometry – triangles and diagrams

Examination technique in mathematics

Useful tips on exam technique  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 09/08/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Posters and displays

Pythagoras' theorem and trigonometry

A pictorial explanation of Pythagoras leading to the 3 related  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 11/07/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Trigonometry or Pythagoras? | Trigonometry – trigonometric identities

Developing your own method.

A level pure revision. No hints are given and so students need  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 11/07/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Revision

Differentiation for AS and A2 mathematics

A useful summary of important derivatives and differentiation  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 04/07/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Differentiation

Quadratic factorisation - Two algorithms

A clear explanation of the two algorithms for factorising quadratic  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 04/07/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Quadratics – factorising and expanding

Calculus and graphs

An exercise on differentation and integration involving matching  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 04/07/2016 | From the resource collection(s): AQA | Differentiation | Integration

Investigating quadratic equations

An investigation into the way that a, b and c alter the roots  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 21/06/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Quadratics – the quadratic equation

Coordinate geometry - straight lines

A logic puzzle that consolidates most topics in C1 coordinate  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 16/05/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Schemes | Coordinate geometry

Arithmetic of surds

Practise manipulating and comparing surds with these 12 questions.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 25/04/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Number | Surds

Division of complex numbers

Consolidate the division of complex numbers. This fabulous looking  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 18/04/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Complex numbers

Investigating convergence

An investigation of the Padovan sequence leading to calculator  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 18/02/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Rich tasks

The number 1

A series of four slides designed to stimulate discussion about  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 11/02/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Number | Types of numbers

Investigating a special number

This activity links the number e to certain aspects of financial  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 11/02/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Percentages – compound percentages | The number e

Patterns in probability

A comprehensive resource which investigates the probability of  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 11/02/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Probability | Statistics & Probability | Theoretical probability

Winchester investigation

This resource works equally well for GCSE or AS level. It can  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 05/02/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Probability | Statistics & Probability | Experimental probability | Rich tasks | Theoretical probability

A special matrix

A comprehensive and versatile resource, reinforcing skills of  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 29/01/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Matrices

Sketching functions and transformations

A revision activity to help GCSE students remember the transformations  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 29/01/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Transformations of functions

Text-to-speech technology

This resource was written by Malcolm Litten, expert in assistive  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 22/12/2015 | From the resource collection(s): SEND - Maths

Treasure hunt - template

This PowerPoint resource is intended as a template for you to  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 18/12/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Revision | Revision cards

Starter for 10 - template

This is a template to create your own PowerPoint resource. Add  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 18/12/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Revision | Revision cards

Addition and multiplication of complex numbers

Consolidate the addition and multiplication of complex numbers.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 20/11/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Complex numbers

Kinematics in one dimension

This resource is a very clear, concise introduction to using  … read more

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KS4 KS5 | Mechanics | Published: 09/10/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Kinematics in one dimension | Substitution

Integration

Can be used as a recap of integration or an introductory overview.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 13/08/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Integration

Algebra and functions

PowerPoint presentation on simplifying algebraic fractions, dividing  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 13/08/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Algebraic fractions | Factor theorem

Coordinate geometry: straight line formulae and equations

Derivation of straight line formulae (length, gradient, midpoint)  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 17/07/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Linear graphs – plotting and sketching

Linear and quadratic inequalities

Introduce your students to how to interpret a quadratic inequality.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 10/07/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Inequalities

Investigating quadratic functions

This multi-level task illustrates how different starting points  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 03/07/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Non-linear graphs – quadratics and cubics | Quadratics – the quadratic equation

Understanding trigonometry

A student-led investigation to understand how to work out trig  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 05/06/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Geometry and measure | Constructions | Trigonometry – SOHCAHTOA

Calculus on the calculator

Linking the functions on the calculator to useful calculus. Copy  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 22/05/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Differentiation | Integration

The Flower of Life

Students see how to create the circle arrangement known as the  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 15/05/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Geometry and measure | Rich tasks

Origami trays

Fold a tray from paper then manipulate the design to create different  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 15/05/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Rich tasks | Solids and nets – identifying 3D shapes

Useful integrals

Integration 'cheat sheet' for A level C3 and C4. Covers all types  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 01/05/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Integration

Making whole-school literacy stick

A comprehensive and research-based guide to implementing a w  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 21/04/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Teaching and learning - Maths

Shrinking circles

An investigation on polygons: making use of formulae, trigonometry,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 16/04/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Rich tasks

Probability inequalities: from words to numbers

Link together probability and inequality knowledge by matching  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 09/04/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | AQA | Binomial probability distribution | Geometric probability distribution

Introduction to the Geometric Probability Distribution

A PowerPoint introduction to the geometric probability distribution.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 09/04/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | Geometric probability distribution

Matching quadratic and cubic curves to equations

This resource has two tasks. The first requires students to re-write  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 02/04/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Non-linear graphs – quadratics and cubics

Graph transformations

Each of the transformations required for AS Core Maths and to  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 19/03/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Transformations of functions

Function transformations

Ten slides on transforming curves. Includes translations and  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 19/03/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Transformations of functions

Introduction to the binomial probability distribution

Introducing students to the binomial distribution from first  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 06/03/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | Binomial probability distribution

What happens when factorising quadratics?

A detailed PowerPoint that with the aim of demonstrating how  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 27/02/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Quadratics – factorising and expanding

Integrating trigonometric functions

An activity designed to help students understand that there is  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 20/02/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Integration

Vector addition

An activity to practise the addition of vectors. If the solutions  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 30/01/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Geometry and measure | Vectors

Pairs of lines

Two lesson starters on the equation of a straight line and p  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 16/01/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Linear graphs – finding the equation of a line

Getting feedback right

Written by David Didau, this resource includes advice on how  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 07/01/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Teaching and learning - Maths

Cubic battleships

A version of battleships that requires students to use the factor  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 19/12/2014 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Cubic equations - factorising | Factor theorem

Question and answer cards

Two sets of cards. The first set of 36 cards contains BIDMAS  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 31/10/2014 | From the resource collection(s): Order of operations (BIDMAS) | Revision | Revision cards

Guilt-free planning

Written by David Didau to accompany the article 'Guilt-free planning:  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 01/10/2014 | From the resource collection(s): ITE - Maths

Trigonometric identities

There are three groups of equivalent trigonometrical identities  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 19/09/2014 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Trigonometry – trigonometric identities

The number of the week

Each of these PowerPoint slides contains interesting facts about  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 12/09/2014 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Posters and displays

Introducing geometric sequences and series

Learn how to calculate terms and sum to the nth term in this  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 07/02/2014 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Progressions – geometric

Introducing radian measure

A comprehensive PowerPoint giving clear definitions, diagrams,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 24/01/2014 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Radians

Grouping composite and inverse functions

Given three functions, evaluate the composite and inverse functions  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 06/09/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Composite functions

Negative and fractional indices treasure hunt

This resource combines a treasure hunt with a code breaking activity  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 30/08/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Number | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Indices

Getting to know the quadratic function

Explore quadratics in detail, with tasks including suggesting  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 21/06/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Non-linear graphs – quadratics and cubics

The shape of the quadratic function

Determine the overall shape of a graph – if it's possible! –  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 14/06/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Non-linear graphs – quadratics and cubics

Matching graph sketches

Match each equation to a sketch of its graph, by looking at the  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 14/06/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Non-linear graphs – natural exponents and logarithms

Distance/acceleration dominoes

Match the expressions for distance and acceleration by differentiating  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 31/05/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Differentiation | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts

Basic differentiation Snap

Practise differentiating simple polynomials with a game of snap  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 24/05/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Differentiation

Geometry extensions – Pick and mix revision cards

22 revision cards with higher GCSE geometry questions, aimed  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 17/05/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Revision | Revision cards

Logarithm dominoes – in terms of log(2)

Create a domino loop by matching equivalent logs – use the product,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 10/05/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Logarithms

Data collection and sampling – Pick and mix revision cards

32 question cards based on the Statistics GCSE course, including  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 10/05/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics | Revision | Revision cards

Displaying data – Pick and mix revision cards

38 question cards based on the Statistics GCSE (easily adapted  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 03/05/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics | Statistics & Probability | Revision | Revision cards

Pick and mix revision ideas

Teaching notes to accompany the Pick and mix revision cards,  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 03/05/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics | Statistics & Probability | Revision | Revision cards

Data analysis – Pick and mix revision cards

48 question cards based on the Statistics GCSE course (easily  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 26/04/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics | Statistics & Probability | Revision | Revision cards

Logarithm dominoes – simplifying logs

Create a domino chain by simplifying logarithms, tackling product,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 26/04/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Logarithms

Logarithm dominoes – what's the argument?

Create a continuous domino loop by finding the argument when  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 19/04/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Logarithms

Logarithm dominoes – what's the base?

Match the correct base to each given log, creating a domino chain.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 19/04/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Logarithms

Logarithm dominoes – evaluating logs

Match the equivalent expressions using the basic logarithm definition.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 19/04/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Logarithms

Factor theorem recap

Match each equation with its factor using the factor theorem,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 22/02/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Factor theorem

Integration dominoes – simple polynomials

Integrate each polynomial to create a continuous loop of dominoes.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 14/02/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Integration

Differentiation dominoes 3 – chain, product and quotient rules

Differentiate each expression to create a continuous loop of  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 01/02/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Differentiation | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts

Differentiation Dominoes 2 – factorised quadratics

Differentiate the quadratic expressions to create a continuous  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 11/01/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Differentiation | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts

Differentiation Dominoes 1 – simple polynomials

Create a continuous chain of dominoes by differentiating polynomials.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 11/01/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Differentiation | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts

Transforming graphs revision cards

10 very handy double sided cards to revise trigonometric graphs  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 14/09/2012 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Transformations of functions

Transforming sin(x)

Match the different graph transformations to their functions.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 27/07/2012 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Non-linear graphs – sin, cos and tan

Spearman's rank correlation coefficient

In pairs, calculate how similar your musical tastes are. This  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 18/05/2012 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | Spearman's rank coefficient

Conditional probability puzzler

This difficult problem helps you out by showing all of the workings,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 02/03/2012 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | Conditional probability

Graph transformation blitz

Use the graph of the function f(x) to sketch various graphs and  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 13/01/2012 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Transformations of functions

Comparing averages and spread

Alter the original data set and analyse what happens to the averages  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 15/12/2011 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | Averages and spread – standard deviation

Seeing graphs

Step-by-step instructions for sketching graphs from equations.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 15/12/2011 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Sketching curves

Equation of a circle

A clear PowerPoint demonstration using Pythagoras' theorem to  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 15/12/2011 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Non-linear graphs – circles

Transforming graphs

Match the graphs to their equations, by comparing them with the  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 15/12/2011 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Transformations of functions

Quadratic functions - treasure hunt

Find the solution to one card to get the next card in the sequence.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 15/12/2011 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Non-linear graphs – quadratics and cubics

Talk for learning card game

A lovely whole class role-play game to get to know the characters  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 15/07/2011 | From the resource collection(s): Teaching and learning - Maths