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Cambridge OCR Maths Subject Advisor, focusing on the A Level suite and the Level 3 FSMQ but also involved with Entry Level and GCSE. Co-author of the Friday #OCRMathsPuzzle.
We're delighted to be attending the AoC English and Maths conference on 11 February. Inspiring speakers, practical advice and opportunities to connect with colleagues across the FE sector.
Hope to see you there! https://ow.ly/moPo50Y7ytS
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Hi Hannah
Candidates can choose to use the tables or to use the cumulative normal distribution function on their calculator.
The specification written before the wide spread inclusion of distributions on scientific calculators.
For example, H869/02 Q2di 2024 QP and MS
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Come along to our Free teacher network
Looking forward to #FSMQ network next week.
Tues 10 Feb 4pm - 5pm FREE WEBINAR
Topics suggested for discussion include:
Schemes of work
Mock exams
Revision ideas
Resources
Opportunity to network and share ideas.
teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-netw...
#UKMathsChat #GCSEMaths
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In #MathsToday have been discussing the benefits of Graphical Calculators in #ALevelMaths.
Having the same graphing technology in the exam that has been used in class is comforting, and probably helps check answers. But does it give students an unfair advantage?
Your thoughts?
#UKMathsChat
The Maths CAR Subject Briefing is Wed 4 Feb 4pm - 4:45pm
#UKMathsChat #ALevelMaths #GCSEMaths #Maths #FSMQ
Place a different Fibonacci number in each of the 3 by 3 cells so that the sum of each row and the sum of each column equal the given results. Top row equals 398, middle row equals 657 and bottom row equals 521. Left column equals 322, middle column equals 720 and right column equals 534. The Fibonacci sequence begins 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13 ... and the Fibonacci rule is Fn = Fn-1 + Fn-2
Happy Friday #OCRMathsPuzzle.
Place a different #Fibonacci number in each of the green cells of the grid below, so that the sum of each row & the sum of each column equal the given results.
1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, ...
#Sequences #Arithmetic #UKMathsChat #GCSE #ALevelMaths
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I've taken a look at examiner feedback on student performance for modelling using trigonometric functions.
Some interesting past paper Exam Questions for students to attempt for revision.
www.ocr.org.uk/blog/a-level...
#ALevelMaths #Trigonometry #UKMathsChat
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A definite challenge for #ALevelMaths students would be to generate a generalised dynamic graph of the puzzle to recognise the #CoordinateGeometry relationships and to encourage careful use of algebraic notation.
www.desmos.com/calculator/f...
All GCSE content so should make an interesting problem for year 11s to talk through.
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Have you purchased your entries for the Intermediate Mathematical Challenge?
Competition date: Wed 28 Jan 2026
You can now place entry orders right up to the day of the Competition, including on the day itself. Order online: ukmt.org.uk/intermediate...
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Diagram shows an overlapping square and circle on a graph: Centre of circle is at the origin (0,0), The side lengths of the square are equal to the diameter of the circle. Find the exact area of the shaded region of the diagram. The points of intersection are at (-3,4), (-3,-4) and (3,-4). The region of the square that is shaded is outside of the circle. The region of the circle that is shaded is outside the square.
Here's our Friday #OCRMathsPuzzle.
Find the exact area of the shaded region of the diagram.
The shaded region of the square is outside of the circle. The 2 shaded regions of the circle are outside the square.
#UKMathsChat #MathsToday #Geometry #RecreationalMath
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⭐️ Come and join us at Astrea Academy Trust in disrupting disadvantage in Barnsley! ⭐️
There are two exciting opportunities to join our team at Astrea Academy Netherwood this week. We’re looking for a Lead Practitioner and a Teacher of Maths.
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Don't think this question was carried over into the new textbook 🤔. #FurtherMaths #H645
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New Resource
#ALevelMaths A H240
Alternative papers to the summer 2025 series now available on
Teach Cambridge.
Use alongside the original live series papers to review challenging topics.
#UKMathsChat
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In #MathsToday: discussing why approach to gravity differs between #ALevel Maths and Physics.
Physics uses 9.81 m/s² for a calculated value (3sf), while Maths uses 9.8 m/s² as an ‘exact’ constant.
9.8 = 7² / 5 useful in old days when Pi = 22/7
Read more: www.ocr.org.uk/blog/a-level...
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In #MathsToday looking through AS papers in preparation for Maths Teachers' A Level Network.
Wed 21 January 4pm - 5pm Webinar FREE EVENT
Sign up here: teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-netw...
Agenda - End of yr 12 tests, Exam Command Words, Networking
#ALevelMaths #UKmathsChat
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3 by 3 Addition grid. Sum of top row is 359, sum of middle row is 331 and sum of bottom row is 379. Sum of left column is 353, sum of middle column is 349 and sum of right column is 367. Place a different prime number in each of the nine cells of the 3 by 3 addition grid, so that the sum of each row and the sum of each column equal the given prime results.
Here's this weeks #OCRMathsPuzzle.
Place a different prime number in each of the green cells of the grid below, so that the sum of each row and the sum of each column equal the given prime results.
#UKMathsChat #MathsToday #RecreationalMath
#PrimeNumbers #MathsSky
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MEI Conference 2026 on 2-3 July at Keele University
Want to find out what’s going on at the MEI Conference 2026?
The programme is available now: buff.ly/l7LdSxX
Check it out and choose your 2026 sessions!
#MEIConf26 #Mathematics
Getting students to annotate given diagrams, or draw their own from the given information, is key to solving many 'problem-solving' questions set for A Level.
#CoordinateGeometry #Trigonometry #Mechanics
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Looking to take the next step in Assessment?
assessors.cambridge.org
Principal Examiner vacancy for #ALevelMaths Maths B(MEI) H640.
Closing date 18 January.
Other Examiner roles also available.
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The STEP 2025 papers, mark schemes and examiner reports are now on-line.
www.ocr.org.uk/students/ste...
Examiner reports on #ALevelMaths often highlight errors with algebraic manipulation, especially working with subscripts.
How about challenging your students to recreate the diagram using graphing software.
#Equations #parametrics #radians #algebra
www.desmos.com/calculator/l...
#UKMathsChat
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Nice exercise for students on the #FSMQ course.
www.ocr.org.uk/blog/level-3...
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Unlock the secrets of vectors in #ALevel #Maths
📖 Read now: ow.ly/M8pf50XVqAa
Ever wondered what examiners really look for? My latest blog dives into common pitfalls, top tips, and insights to help students with the topic of vectors.
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Hope the term has started well.
Here is this week's #OCRMathsPuzzle
A shape is constructed from a regular hexagon with semi-circles on each edge.
The width of the hexagon, PQ in the image, is 12 cm.
Find the exact area of the full shape.
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A Level Maths Teacher Network
21 Jan 2026 4pm - 5pm
👉 teach.ocr.org.uk/teacher-netw...
For teachers of any specification, but the discussions will focus mainly on Maths A H240 and Maths B (MEI) H640.
Agenda to include discussions on end of year 12 assessments, command words and more.
#UKMathsChat
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Happy New Year 🍾
Our first #OCRMathspuzzle of 2026 is below👇
Using each of the digits 1 to 9 once, create a calculation with a total of 2026.
Use whichever operations you wish. How many unique solutions can you find?
Have an amazing 2026!
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Labelling the snowflakes of the boxes in the top row A, B and C. Labelling the snowflakes of the boxes in the middle row D, E and F. Labelling the snowflakes of the boxes in the bottom row G, H and I. The boxes A + B + D + E = 105 for the top left Christmas wreath. The boxes B + C + E + F = 95 for the top right Christmas wreath. The boxes D + E + G + H = 106 for the bottom left Christmas wreath. The boxes E + F + H + I = 75 for the bottom right Christmas wreath.
Our final 2025 festive #OCRMathspuzzle for you. ❄️
Replace each snowflake in the boxes below with one of the square numbers from 1 to 81, so that each Christmas wreath contains the sum of the numbers in its four adjacent boxes.
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The image shows a Christmas tree with baubles arranged in a triangular pattern with one bauble at each corner and three baubles along each side. The challenge is to arrange the twelve baubles that have been numbered five to sixty in the five times table so that the sum of the five baubles on each edge add to the same total.
Here's our second festive #OCRMathspuzzle for 2025.🎄
Write each of the multiples of five from 5 to 60 into the baubles on the tree, so that the five baubles along each edge all sum to the same total.
#UKMathsChat #MathsToday #RecreationalMath
#Arithmetic
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