Ancient Numeral Systems: Origins, Methods, and Influence With all that we know and have now, it can be easy to take the inventions and contributions of those who came before us for granted. However, ancient civilisations paved the way for where we find ourselves today in many fields, and mathematics is no exception. In this[…]
29 April 2025∙7 minutes to read
A Guide: Fun Ways To Teach Kids Maths According to a recent report released by GL Assessment, 59% of UK educators identified maths anxiety as one of the top obstacles in mathematics education. Maths anxiety often leads to a loss of confidence, diminished interest, and decreased motivation to succeed in the subject — particularly as[…]
28 April 2025∙7 minutes to read
What to Know About Singapore Maths UK Singapore maths has been a part of the UK maths curriculum for 15 years. Our Department for Education (DfE) launched the initiative in 2009, and set up teacher support systems to make the rollout successful. Despite their efforts, the carry-through has been uneven. As you read this, most[…]
24 December 2024∙7 minutes to read
Mastering Mathematics: How to get better at maths Mathematics is a fundamental part of education. It helps students develop critical thinking, logical reasoning, and problem-solving abilities. However, for some people, math can be a daunting subject that they struggle with. Recognising that recognition in math, with some effort and practice, is possible is important. In[…]
27 September 2023∙9 minutes to read
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27 February 2023∙11 minutes to read
The Beginner's Guide to Algebra "The pure mathematician, like the musician, is a free creator of his world of ordered beauty." -Bertrand Russell Mathematics is an essential academic discipline that has many different topics worthy of studying such as geometry, trigonometry, and algebra. Math is a subject that develops many of the key talents and[…]
28 November 2022∙9 minutes to read
How to Do Better in Your Maths Classes “‘Obvious’ is the most dangerous word in mathematics.” - Eric Temple Bell Have you decided to improve your maths skills with some private tutoring? Maths is one of the most popular subjects for private tutoring and students in the UK have performed well in maths on the[…]
26 May 2021∙8 minutes to read
A Comprehensive Guide to Successful Completion of the National 5 Maths Course "Success is never final. Failure is never fatal. It's courage that counts." -Unknown No one starts off their secondary school education wanting to be mediocre and eventually fail all subjects. Why's that? As humans, we generally want the best for ourselves, and we[…]
11 April 2021∙6 minutes to read
The Ultimate Guide to Acing Maths at a Scottish Highers Level "Life is a math equation. In order to gain the most, you have to know how to convert negatives into positives." -Anonymous Even though many people don't particularly enjoy maths or have an affinity for it, there is no doubting the fact that maths[…]
5 April 2021∙7 minutes to read
Studying Maths after Your A Levels “In mathematics you don't understand things. You just get used to them.” - John von Neumann Are you interested in studying maths, engineering, or the sciences? Whether you maths, accounting, or maths with other subjects, the career prospects for maths graduates are good. There’s a lack of maths skills[…]
30 October 2020∙7 minutes to read
Maths Revision with an Online Maths Tutor A major international report has found that UK teenagers are falling behind their global peers when it comes to mathematical achievement. The UK mathematics curriculum, which has been criticised for being "a mile wide and an inch deep", may be to blame for this. But it is not only[…]
20 March 2020∙19 minutes to read
The Best Ways to Learn Maths "Math is the language of the universe. So the more equations you know, the more you can converse with the cosmos." -Neil deGrasse Tyson Do you like maths? Do you realise the importance of studying maths to secure a prosperous future? Have you grasped the most basic concepts of[…]
14 February 2020∙7 minutes to read
The Beginner's Guide to Calculus "In my free time I do differential and integral calculus." -Karl Marx Calculus may not have a stellar reputation among secondary school students as does language arts, history, drama, or even physical education; some may also view it as a last option when choosing A-Level subjects. Nevertheless, for those planning[…]
12 December 2019∙7 minutes to read
Your Complete Guide to Beginner’s Geometry We hear geometry-related words all the time: ‘what’s your angle?’ and ‘everyone should eat three square meals a day!’ and ‘she ran circles around me!’, often with little thought to how fundamental those shapes are to the discipline called geometry. So ubiquitous is geometry to our daily lives that[…]
25 November 2019∙7 minutes to read
Get Help with Learning Maths across the UK from Dedicated Maths Tutors Maths, maths, maths! Where do we start? Most of us struggle a great deal with this subject, and it may not come easily or intuitively to you too! It requires a lot of time and a lot of effort, a time we'd all rather spend[…]
11 October 2019∙7 minutes to read
Everything You Need to Know About Learning Maths Whether it’s basic elementary grade math or pre-algebra, many students in the UK struggle in arithmetic every year. While some teachers have turned to more creative approaches in teaching elements in reading and maths courses, sometimes students and adults alike need a bit of extra support. Luckily, we've[…]
25 July 2019∙7 minutes to read
The Greatest Mathematicians of History Over the course of history, many mathematicians have created numerous theorems and have succeeded in proving them through the process of experimentation. Prime numbers, differential calculus, analytic geometry, algebra – all of the history of math can be seen to run in parallel with the history of sciences. Being a[…]
1 March 2019∙7 minutes to read
Which Math Equipment To Buy For Class? High school math is a big step up from middle-grade math and the difference will be noticeable in a student's life. Courses change, programs too, math teachers change, even schools change in many cases. Theorem, equation, probability, algebra, arithmetic, mental arithmetic, trigonometry, Square roots, Mathematical modelling, inequalities, Complex numbers,[…]
27 February 2019∙7 minutes to read
Introduction To The Special Numbers In Maths Maths has existed since the dawn of time, according to the discovery of the Lebombo bone which is a baboon fibula that is over 35,000 years old. It is perhaps the first calculation of the calendar or menstrual cycle as it is a tally stick with 29 marks on[…]
26 February 2019∙8 minutes to read
Our Guide to GCSE Maths Revision What Is A GCSE? GCSEs or General Certificates of Secondary Education are the exams students take in a number of subjects during their secondary education. Students usually take GCSEs at age 16 but students older than age 16 can also take GCSEs. Students who wish to pursue A Levels[…]
6 June 2018∙16 minutes to read
How Can You Teach Yourself Mathematics? “Learning without thought is labour lost; thought without learning is perilous.” - Confucius Confucius clearly understood the importance of learning and setting yourself goals when you learn. Hopefully, this quote has inspired you to learn maths. It’s a good idea to have a guide or a tutor although you can[…]
22 May 2018∙6 minutes to read
Solving A Level Maths Problems: A Guide By studying Maths, you can first of all expect to develop a range of key skills that are sought after by employers and that will also help you throughout your day to day life. For example, Maths encourages logical thinking, decision-making and problem-solving, all of which are vital[…]
9 January 2018∙6 minutes to read
Help for A-Level Mathematics: A Complete Guide Why Learn Maths A-Level? As you may already be aware, in the UK, there are three core subjects that you need to get by in most walks of life: English, Maths, and Science. That is not to say, however, that you have to excel in all of these[…]
1 December 2017∙7 minutes to read
Maths Help with Equations, Variation and Sign Tables Maths can cause problems for children and adults alike. Do you panic when you have to solve a quadratic equation or have to think about graphing? It turns out that even physicists have worries when it comes to maths and algebraic problems! How good are you when[…]
24 August 2017∙7 minutes to read
Get the Help You Need to Revise for Maths GCSE or A-Level Maths Maths at secondary school can be a pretty daunting thing, as you will start learning more complicated and challenging maths concepts as you progress. Secondary school in the UK starts at year 7 and finishes at year 11 with GCSE exams, so[…]
3 August 2017∙13 minutes to read
Maths is Used in Everyday Life If we’ve not heard these questions being asked, we’ve been the ones asking them. “What is maths for?” “Why do I need to learn my times tables?” “I just don’t understand how people can enjoy solving equations” The time has come to put a stop to this. Even if[…]
31 July 2017∙6 minutes to read
The Evolution of Mathematics through Time Are you curious about maths, from KS2 through to GCSE and degree-level, and what these have to do with Einstein and algebra? To understand how we got here, we need to follow the long journey from antiquity, from the time of ancient Greek and Arab philosophers. Join us as we[…]
28 July 2017∙7 minutes to read
What Graduate Maths Jobs Could You Pursue? Mathematics is that subject which teaches us lots of patience along with discipline. It also teaches us the analytical skills needed for step by step problem solving. Maths Education opens up a gateway to almost all the areas of science and engineering. Applied mathematics helps build a solid[…]
20 July 2017∙7 minutes to read
Whether you're a Maths Tutor or Maths Teacher, Using Math Strategies can Help Motivate Students! Maths has never been the most popular of subjects. Whether it's fractions, geometry, algebra, or just basic maths, everyone has a weakness. In fact, it’s usually one of the biggest problem areas for school children – and adults too! It[…]
30 June 2017∙13 minutes to read
Mathematics in Culture: What's So Interesting about Learning Maths? Mathematics is defined as “The abstract science of number, quantity, and space, either as abstract concepts (pure mathematics), or as applied to other disciplines such as physics and engineering (applied mathematics).” Confusing, right? For years pupils have seen maths as merely a set of ideas such[…]
29 June 2017∙8 minutes to read
Learning Maths: Tips and Advice Teaching Maths to Children Parents always want the best for their children, especially when it comes to their academic career. For this exact reason, many parents start teaching their children basic maths or a foreign language at home while they are still very young. But is this a good idea?[…]
28 June 2017∙6 minutes to read
Why Learn Mathematics? Here are Six Everyday Reasons Why Learn Maths? Like many of us, you may not be too keen on listening to your maths teacher and your maths education may not be filled with inspiration. Apart from the fact that the National Curriculum and the school system impose maths lessons on us, what[…]
27 June 2017∙5 minutes to read
How to Become a Maths Tutor Practical mathematics has always been a facet of human activity, as indicated by the earliest written records. Ancient societies encouraged learning Arithmetic and Geometry as a way to train the mind into logical thinking. Beyond that, maths was used by tradesmen and merchants in the course of their business.[…]
2 June 2017∙12 minutes to read
Maths Tricks to Help You Succeed in Maths Studying maths at KS2, GCSEs, A Levels, or university? Or are you just wanting to brush up on algebra or geometry? Are you finding trigonometric functions, systems of equations, or calculus really difficult? Do you just need some maths advice? Whether you're desperately looking for how to[…]
26 May 2017∙5 minutes to read
Can You Overcome Your Anxiety and Fear of Maths? Mathematics is the cause of many frayed nerves and tears shed by students throughout their educational careers. The thought of a maths test can even be enough to trigger an anxiety attack or other symptoms of anxiety. From primary school to college, any pupil can find[…]
24 May 2017∙6 minutes to read
A Guide to Maths Lessons with a Math Tutor Maths is one of the most highly-requested subjects on Superprof every year. From Key Stage 1 maths to GCSE maths revision, lessons in mathematics are, without a doubt, a best seller in the market for private tuition. It must be said that mathematics is of paramount importance[…]
23 May 2017∙7 minutes to read