Quadratic equations are a fundamental part of high school maths, covering everything from factorising and sketching, to completing the square and using the quadratic formula. There's always something to challenge students and keep the class engaged. While it may seem intense at times, understanding quadratics is key to unlocking a variety of mathematical concepts. And even … [Read more...]

With ever higher levels of education, some schools are looking for slightly better exam pass maths … regardless of the actual course. Want to study geography, childcare or German language? Ah, sorry, but you need a pretty good grade in something you’re not as interested in. Maybe it’s a way of establishing educational commitment? Sieving out the less academic? Maintaining … [Read more...]

It seems that barely a year goes by without a raft of telephone calls - usually around January - as clearly worried parents call to arrange tutoring. And that’s not all. Sometimes the second part of the conversation is accompanied by the flat statement ‘and he failed his mocks.’ So …. Where do we go from here? Is it just a case of arranging some tutoring, ‘pushing him,’ … [Read more...]

Here's a great idea to try ... can you walk through a piece of paper? It's all about how you cut the hole, and this clever mathematical trick creates a giant loop out of a single sheet. It's a fantastic way of impressing family and friends - and all you need is a piece of paper, a pair of scissors, and maybe a little practice! Watch on YouTube Take a single A4 … [Read more...]