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GCSE Maths in Merton for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Ricards Lodge High School

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration9 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Maths Courses in Merton.

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About this course

Free GCSE Maths in Merton. Classes run at Ricards Lodge High School, full-time during the day.

The course is for 16 to 18 year olds who do not yet hold a GCSE Maths grade 4 or above. You'll study number, algebra, ratio, geometry, probability, and statistics over nine months. Some students who already hold a grade 4 may also be recommended to resit, for example if they need a higher grade for teaching.

You'll finish with a GCSE in Mathematics.

Who this course is for

All students aged 16-18 who do not hold new GCSE 9 to 4 or equivalent qualification in maths and/or English, are required to be studying these subjects as part of their study programme in each academic year until they achieve grade 4 or higher. Any student who achieves a 4 in maths and/or English GCSE may also be recommended to take the resit if needed for their future career path e.g. teaching

Entry requirements

All students aged 16-18 who do not hold new GCSE 9 to 4 or equivalent qualification in maths and/or English, are required to be studying these subjects as part of their study programme in each academic year until they achieve grade 4 or higher. Any student who achieves a 4 in maths and/or English GCSE may also be recommended to take the resit if needed for their future career path e.g. teaching

What you will learn

  • You'll work with number, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • You'll solve algebraic equations and work with expressions and formulae.
  • You'll apply ratio, proportion, and rates of change to real problems.
  • You'll study geometry and measures, including shapes, angles, and constructions.
  • You'll interpret and analyse statistics and data.
  • You'll calculate probability and understand chance.
  • You'll develop problem-solving skills across all areas of maths.

How you will learn

You'll attend daytime classes at Ricards Lodge High School. Teaching covers all areas of the Pearson Edexcel specification. Assessment is by written exams at the end of the course. There are three exam papers: one without a calculator and two with.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ricards Lodge High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant, many schools ask for GCSE Maths grade 4 or above.
  • Apprentice, most apprenticeship programmes require a GCSE Maths pass.
  • Accounts administrator, handles invoices and basic financial records.
  • Retail supervisor, manages stock, cash, and sales figures.
  • Healthcare support worker, NHS entry often requires GCSE Maths.

What you could study next

  • A Level Mathematics, the natural next step if you want to study maths further.
  • BTEC Level 3 in Applied Science or Business, both require a solid maths foundation.
  • Level 3 T Level, most T Levels list GCSE Maths grade 4 as an entry requirement.
  • Higher apprenticeship, a strong GCSE Maths result opens doors to degree-level programmes.
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