Blog Posts under Maths

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The Elements of Recreational Maths

by Sara Vazquez Shaw

Maths can be fun! The field of mathematics has many aspects and countless applications. Anyone in a mathematical field will likely agree that maths is fun, but others may be hesitant to agree with such a statement. These others probably aren't thinking about recreational maths when they disagree wit...

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4 Ways to Improve Maths Scores

by Grace Dickins

Maths is a topic rooted in logic and formulas, but for those that struggle with certain concepts, it can be as confusing as learning a new language from scratch. If you've taken exams and achieved a lower score in math than you'd hoped for, you may be anxious to explore your options for bringing it ...

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6 Ways to Help Your Child Prepare for a Maths Test

by Christine Chadwick

Approach maths tests as a continuous and long term process for the best and most lasting results for your student rather than concentrating efforts immediately before each test. Because mastery of mathematical concepts usually has an orderly progression, with more advanced functions relying upon a c...

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Educational Trends 2017 – Maths Mastery

by Anna Michaelidou

2017 has arrived and with it come some great new educational trends that we, here at First Tutors, have been following. The first trend that we delve into this year is Maths Mastery; a programme that aims to improve understanding, enjoyment and attainment in Mathematics.

Many children struggl...

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Exploring the Year 2 SAT's

by Anna Michaelidou

If you have a child in year 2 or year 6 you may well be aware of the SATs they will have to face at the end of Key stages 1 and 2. Today we are going to explore the Year 2 SATs test. Children who started Year 2 in September 2015 will be the first to take the new style Key stage 1 SATs in May 2016.

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