Numbers Core Subtopics
Types of Numbers
Natural, integers, primes, squares, cubes, rational and irrational numbers.
Sets
Set notation, elements, subsets, complements and simple Venn diagrams.
Powers & Roots
Squares, cubes and their roots in mental and written calculations.
Fractions, Decimals & Percentages
Converting between forms and solving calculations in real-life contexts.
Ordering
Ordering integers, decimals, fractions and percentages using symbols.
The Four Operations
Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and BIDMAS.
Standard Form
Writing large and small numbers as A × 10n and using them in calculations.
Rounding & Estimation
Rounding to dp and sig figures; estimating sensible answers.
Limits of Accuracy
Upper and lower bounds for measurements rounded to given units.
Ratio & Proportion
Simplifying ratios and solving proportional word problems.
Rates
Everyday rates such as speed, pay and currency exchange.
Percentages
Percentage of amounts, profit/loss, and simple interest.
Using Calculator
Efficient calculator use and correct rounding of final answers.
Time
12h/24h time, timetables and calculating time differences.
Money
Everyday money problems, bills and currency conversion.