
AQA Syllabus
AQA Syllabus

GCSE Maths at Better EdSpace
AQA Syllabus
1 or 2 Year Course
Next Cohort Starting September 2026
Exam Sitting:
May/June 2027 or May/June 2028
Hands-on Learning
Ideal for ages 14+
Two Hourly Sessions Weekly
A Bit About the Course
GCSE Maths is more than numbers—it’s about problem-solving, reasoning, and making sense of the world. At Better EdSpace, we guide teenagers aged 14+ through the AQA Mathematics syllabus with small group tuition, hands-on resources, and a focus on deep, lasting understanding. As our priority is about students loving what they do we don't bombard them with tests, but we do provide Mock Exams at key learning milestones where we feel is appropriate to ensure they are fully prepared to sit their GCSE.
Whether a student loves the logic of algebra or finds fractions daunting, our supportive and flexible approach builds confidence from the ground up. We explore maths through puzzles, real-life contexts, and clear, structured teaching that prepares learners for exams and for life.
AQA Specification at a Glance
Subject Content:
Paper 1:
Non-calculator
Paper 2:
Calculator
Paper 3:
Calculator
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Number
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Algebra
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Ratio, proportion and rates of change
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Geometry and measures
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Probability
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Statistics
Note: Students sit three exams at the end of the course. Content from any part of the specification may be assessed on any paper.
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Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes
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80 marks – 33⅓% of the GCSE
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Calculator not allowed
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Questions: A mix of short and multi-step problems with increasing difficulty
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Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes
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80 marks – 33⅓% of the GCSE
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Calculator allowed
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Questions: A range of styles, with mathematical demand increasing through the paper
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Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes
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80 marks – 33⅓% of the GCSE
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Calculator allowed
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Questions: Includes both straightforward and complex problem-solving tasks
Note: Each paper is available at Foundation Tier (grades 1–5) and Higher Tier (grades 4–9). We help each learner choose the tier that matches their goals and progress.
Why choose us?
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Small group tuition that meets every student where they are
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A focus on confidence, clarity, and applied problem-solving
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Regular practice with past papers and personalised feedback
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A positive, nurturing environment where it’s okay to get things wrong—and learn from it

