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Primary maths

Parent-friendly explanations of the methods children use in school.

Number bonds to 10Part-whole models, ten frames and connected facts for Years 1 and 2. Times tables 1 to 12Interactive chart, patterns and free printable grids for Years 2 to 4. The 7 times tableEvery fact, a dependable method and focused recall practice.

Number and ratio

Build accurate written methods and confident problem-solving.

Long divisionThe bus-stop method, set out clearly. Long multiplicationReliable column multiplication steps. FractionsSimplify and calculate with fractions. PercentagesPercentage change and reverse percentages. RatioSimplifying and sharing in a ratio.

Algebra

From core equation skills to GCSE Higher techniques.

Solving equationsKeep both sides balanced, step by step. Simultaneous equationsElimination, substitution and checking. Factorising quadraticsFind the correct factor pair. Quadratic formulaSubstitute values accurately. Completing the squareRewrite quadratics in completed-square form. Simplifying surdsExtract square factors confidently.

Geometry and trigonometry

Formulae, diagrams and exam-ready reasoning.

Pythagoras' theoremFind missing sides in right-angled triangles. TrigonometryUse SOHCAHTOA with the correct sides. Circle theoremsRecognise and apply key angle facts.

A-level and mechanics

Essential pure mathematics and applied formulae.

DifferentiationDifferentiate powers and functions. IntegrationReverse differentiation accurately. SUVATSelect and use the right motion equation. Speed, distance and timeRearrange and apply the relationship.

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