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KS3 · Ages 12-13

Year 8 Maths — Complete Topic Guide

Year 8 introduces serious algebra — expanding brackets, factorising, simultaneous equations, and inequalities. Geometry advances with Pythagoras' theorem, and students learn standard form, combined probability, and linear graphs. These topics form the foundation for GCSE maths.

Year 8 at a Glance

  • 8 topics covering Algebra & Arithmetic, Geometry & Shape, Money, Data & Measure, Coordinates & Statistics
  • 38 learning steps — each with a guided worked example
  • Aligned to White Rose Maths Year 8 scheme of work

Geometry & Shape

Pythagoras' Theorem

5 steps

Algebra & Arithmetic

Expanding & Factorising

5 steps

Simultaneous Equations

5 steps

Solving Inequalities

4 steps

Money, Data & Measure

Standard Form

4 steps

Combined Probability

5 steps

Ratio & Proportion Problems

5 steps

Coordinates & Statistics

Plotting Linear Graphs

5 steps

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