What you'll learn
- Working mathematically
- Reason mathematically
- Solve problems
- Number
- Algebra
- Ratio, proportion and rates of change
- Geometry and measures
- Probability
- Statistics
Curriculum
Working mathematically4 topics
- Develop fluency and strategic calculation
- Algebraic generalisation and manipulation
- Multiple representations and graphical fluency
- Precise mathematical language and properties
Reason mathematically4 topics
- Connecting number, algebra and graphs
- Ratio and proportional reasoning
- Conjectures, patterns and deductive proofs
- Statistical and probabilistic argumentation
Solve problems4 topics
- Multi-step problem solving strategies
- Financial mathematics applications
- Mathematical modelling of situations
- Non-routine and Venn-diagram approaches
Number6 topics
- Place value and ordering of real numbers
- Factors, multiples and prime decomposition
- Operations with integers and rational numbers
- Powers, roots and indices
- Standard form (scientific notation)
- Fractions, decimals, percentages & estimation
Algebra6 topics
- Algebraic notation and substitution
- Simplifying and manipulating expressions
- Solving linear equations and rearranging formulae
- Coordinates and linear graphs
- Quadratic functions and graphs
- Sequences and the nth term
Ratio, proportion and rates of change5 topics
- Unit conversions and compound units
- Ratios and simplifying
- Proportional relationships and graphs
- Percentage change and financial maths
- Direct and inverse proportion
Geometry and measures5 topics
- Perimeter, area and volume
- Circles and composite shapes
- Constructions and loci
- Transformations and symmetry
- Congruence, similarity, Pythagoras & trigonometry
Probability3 topics
- Experimental and theoretical probability
- Compound events, Venn diagrams & two-way tables
- Predicting outcomes and probability rules
Statistics3 topics
- Measures of central tendency and spread
- Representing data with charts and diagrams
- Bivariate data and scatter graphs
About this course
A comprehensive Year 9 course covering all strands of England’s Key Stage 3 mathematics curriculum, fully aligned with IXL practice skills. Students strengthen fluency, reasoning and problem-solving across number, algebra, geometry, ratio, probability and statistics.