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Are you looking for the perfect online GCSE maths tutor for you or your child? Connect with expert online tutors to strengthen understanding, build confidence, and excel in exams. Experience flexible, tailored private tutor sessions designed to fit your schedule and learning needs. Start your journey to success today! GCSE Maths is a core subject for students in Years 9 to 11, covering essential topics such as Numbers, Algebra, Ratio and Proportion, Rates of Change, and Geometry and Measures. The practical benefits of GCSE Maths are evident in everyday tasks like budgeting, interpreting data, and making informed choices. It also builds a strong foundation for advanced concepts like calculus, which play a crucial role in disciplines such as engineering, economics, and the sciences. Choosing to study GCSE Maths is vital for progressing to many A-level Maths. In addition, it is often a key requirement for higher education programs and various career pathways.

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Exam Preparations tips for GCSE maths

GCSE Maths students take three GCSE maths exams between late May and June, each lasting 1 hour and 30 minutes. These include two calculator papers and one non-calculator paper. The course is entirely exam-based, with no coursework required. For GCSE Maths, you can choose between two types of exams: the foundation paper or the higher paper, depending on your skill level and goals. Although all exam boards grade students equally to ensure fairness, the foundation and higher-tier papers are assessed differently. With a foundation paper, the highest grade you can achieve is a 5. The foundation paper and higher paper from the same exam board share some similarities, but many questions are tailored to match the skill level of the intended audience. The foundation paper focuses on questions suitable for students targeting grades 4 or 5, while the higher paper is designed for those aiming for a grade 5 or above, featuring more challenging question styles. While the GCSE Maths curriculum may seem challenging at first, it is an invaluable opportunity to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. But there’s no need to worry—Tutorful is here to support you with expert tutors and helpful tips and tricks for effective GCSE Maths exam preparation.

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Chris P
Ex-Headteacher tutoring Maths
I began my teaching career about 30 years ago in Bradford. I taught Science (Chemistry) and Maths to students across the full age range and spectrum of abilities, this included 'A' Level Chemistry.Throughout this period, the performances of my students in terms of academic progression was consistently amongst the best in the school.My ability as a classroom practitioner was rewarded with a continuous pattern of promotions within the school.After 12 years I moved school and was promoted to Assistant Head, again, the academic outcomes from my students proved to be amongst the highest in the school,...
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Josie S
Catch up, keep up and find what you can really do in Maths
I am an experienced maths tutor, covering everything up to (and including) GCSE and IGCSE maths, as well as adult maths. I work with all ages and ability levels, including dyscalculia. School or home educated, studying towards exams or working to improve maths skills, all students are welcome and supported.Whether it is rebuilding confidence in learning, revising older topics, catching up or keeping pace with other students, or learning from scratch, having the right tutoring support can make the difference that you need.My detailed knowledge of the curriculum allows me to support learners both...
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I am qualified with a degree in Maths and Linguistics from Newcastle University. I've spent over 2000 hours teaching people and helping improve their maths, with tuition I adapted to the individual learner.I teach 1-to-1 lessons online for KS3, GCSE and A level students (all exam boards), as well as adults who need help with maths for career development.I help people gain confidence and understanding in maths, often within just a few lessons.I am friendly, easy to talk to, and try to keep lessons interesting yet informative. I have received very positive feedback from my students, praising my friendly...
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GCSE Maths Foundation (including November resits) and Foundation Skills Level 2. I am an Assessment Examiner for OCR GCSE Foundation mathematics, additionally I have expertise with the AQA and Edexcel examination boards. I am also a Cambridge International Examiner for Lower Secondary mathematics. I have experience in tutoring the Foundation Skills Level 2 examination. I am able to offer 11+ maths tuition as well.I have been a teacher for 30+ years having qualified with a B.Ed Honours degree in 1988. During my career I have taught from Year 1 through to 13 at four different types of school: co-ed...
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Eve B
Passionate about Maths and Dance!
I am a first class graduate after having studied Maths with Business and Management at the University of Manchester. Maths is my passion. I have studied dance since the age of 4 and have been volunteering for 8 years in classes up to Grade 5 with the dance school I study at as an assistant. I have IDTA Pre-Associate 1 in both Ballet and Modern and Pre-Associate 2 in Modern qualifying me to teach up to and including Grade 2 in ballet and Grade 5 in Modern. I do have full knowledge of the grades in Ballet, Modern and Tap up to Grade 5 as I’m waiting to take part in more teaching examinations. I w...
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Tutoring: Online OnlyFor the past six years I have been tutoring GCSE students in Maths, Science and art. I cater to student's needs to ensure that they keep on track with current lessons at school, as well as adapting my techniques to adhere to specific things they particularly struggle with. I specialise mostly in preparation for GCSE's, guiding Year 11 students through the entire course syllabus and how to master answering past papers, focusing on any topics or subjects which the students find tricky and making them become experts.I have an A Level in Mathematics and Physics; GCSE’s in Maths, S...
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Peter has been a great help to my son, building his confidence and letting him know key areas to work on and practice. In the short time they’ve had together my son has been able to gain an understanding of difficult topics he struggled with in the past.
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Jade is an excellent GCSE maths tutor. She is friendly, patient and engaging. I would highly recommend Jade to any child that is in need for extra support in maths.
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Arisha is excellent and very efficient at teaching maths. Our son is very happy with her help and improved his performance as a result. I fully recommend Arisha as a tutor.
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The GCSE Maths curriculum might seem challenging at first, but it’s truly an essential step towards developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. From Algebra to Geometry, the course covers a wide range of topics that help students not just learn mathematical concepts but apply them confidently. With the right support and approach, students can build a strong foundation that empowers them to excel in exams!
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Maths GCSE exam dates 2025

May 2025 - Maths GCSE Exams Thursday 8 May (morning) – GCSE - WJEC mathematics numeracy unit 1 - intermediate and higher Thursday, 15 May (morning) – GCSE - AQA maths paper 1 (non-calculator) - foundation and higher - CCEA mathematics units 1 and 2 - foundation - CCEA mathematics units 3 and 4 - higher - Edexcel maths paper 1 (non-calculator) - foundation and higher - Eduqas maths paper component 1 - foundation and higher - OCR maths paper 1 (calculator) - foundation - OCR maths paper 4 (calculator) - higher - WJEC mathematics unit 1 - foundation, intermediate and higher June 2025 - Maths GCSE Exams Wednesday, 4 June (morning) – GCSE - AQA maths paper 2 (calculator) - foundation and higher - CCEA maths unit 5 (calculator and non-calculator) - foundation - CCEA maths unit 6 (calculator and non-calculator) - foundation - CCEA maths unit 7 (calculator and non-calculator) - higher - CCEA maths unit 8 (calculator and non-calculator) - higher - Edexcel maths paper 2 (calculator) - foundation and higher - Eduqas mathematics component 2 - foundation and higher - OCR mathematics paper 2 (non-calculator) - foundation - OCR mathematics paper 5 (calculator) - higher - WJEC mathematics numeracy unit 2 - foundation, intermediate and higher Wednesday, 11 June (morning) – GCSE - AQA maths paper 3 (calculator) - foundation and higher - Edexcel maths paper 3 (calculator) - foundation and higher - OCR maths paper 3 (calculator) - foundation - OCR maths paper 6 (calculator) - higher - WJEC maths unit 2 - foundation, intermediate and higher

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