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The Key to iGCSE Maths Success: Why Specimen Papers are Your Best Friend (2025)
Preparing for the iGCSE Maths exam can feel daunting, but there's a secret weapon in your arsenal: Specimen Papers. These papers,...
Ginger Mathematician
Mar 42 min read
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3 HUGE Changes for Your IGCSE Maths Paper 4 (2025)
Hey everyone, and welcome back to Ginger Mathematician! Got a little cough today, but that won't stop me from sharing some crucial exam...
Ginger Mathematician
Feb 132 min read
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Demystifying Domain and Range in iGCSE Maths 2025
Domain and range can seem a bit confusing at first, but they're actually quite straightforward once you understand the basics. This blog...
Ginger Mathematician
Feb 22 min read
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What Happens If You're Sick During Your iGCSEs or A-Levels?
The iGCSE and A-Level exams are crucial milestones in your academic journey. But what happens if you're sick during these exams? Let's...
Ginger Mathematician
Jan 142 min read
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Navigating the 2025 iGCSE Mathematics 0580 Syllabus: Key Updates for Students and Parents
The landscape of iGCSE Mathematics 0580 Extended is undergoing significant changes for the 2025 examinations. Students and parents should...
Ginger Mathematician
Jan 112 min read
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IGCSE Maths 0580: The Three Big Changes To The 2025 Exams..
As you all know, the IGCSE Maths 0580 syllabus is getting a bit of a makeover in 2025. Some of these changes are quite significant and...
Ginger Mathematician
Nov 21, 20242 min read
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Unlocking November iGCSE Maths Success: A Tailored Guide for the Savvy Student
The November iGCSEs offer a unique set of advantages. Fewer candidates, a calmer atmosphere, and a chance to retake subjects make this...
Ginger Mathematician
Oct 5, 20242 min read
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Introducing the Ginger Mathematician AI Coach: Your Personal iGCSE Maths Tutor!
Hey everyone! 👋 I'm thrilled to finally unveil my latest project that I've been pouring my heart into for the past few months: the...
Ginger Mathematician
Sep 24, 20241 min read
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Smash the iGCSE Maths Non-Calculator Paper in 2025: 3 Essential Tips!
Feeling a bit nervous about the upcoming iGCSE Maths exam in 2025, especially that non-calculator paper? Don't worry, you're not...
Ginger Mathematician
Sep 8, 20242 min read
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The Discovery Delusion: Why 'Exploration' in Maths is a Waste of Time
The 'discovery-based learning' fad in maths education is not just ineffective – it's actively harmful. It's time to ditch the fluffy...
Ginger Mathematician
Aug 23, 20242 min read
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Bridging the Gap: From iGCSE Maths to A-Level/IB Maths
The transition from iGCSE Maths to either A-Level Maths or IB Maths can feel like stepping onto a faster-moving conveyor...
Ginger Mathematician
Aug 17, 20242 min read
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How Does Cambridge Catch Cheaters on IGCSE Exams? Statistical Secrets Revealed
With all the recent concerns around exam leaks, I wanted to talk about how exam boards like Cambridge might actually detect...
Ginger Mathematician
May 9, 20242 min read
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The Secret Weapon For Your iGCSE Maths Exams...
Ugh, those IGCSE 0580 Maths exams are looming, and the pressure is on! I know how stressful it can be, but I've got your back. I've been...
Ginger Mathematician
Apr 20, 20241 min read
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Predicted Papers: Your Secret Weapon for iGCSE Maths Success
Facing the iGCSE Maths exams can feel like stepping into a battlefield. You've studied the formulas, practiced the problems, but how do...
Ginger Mathematician
Apr 14, 20242 min read
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Achieving A/A* in 3 Months: The Ultimate iGCSE Maths 4-Step System Revealed!
Are you tired of struggling with your C and B grades in iGCSE Maths? Imagine transforming those grades into solid A and A* results within...
Ginger Mathematician
Jan 26, 20242 min read
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Ace Your iGCSE Maths Exam: The Ultimate 3-Day Study Plan
With the iGCSE Maths Paper 2 exam just three days away, it's time to ramp up your revision efforts and ensure that you're fully prepared...
Ginger Mathematician
Apr 29, 20232 min read
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The Weekend Before Your iGCSE Maths Exam...
The iGCSE Maths exam is just around the corner and you're feeling nervous. It's totally normal to feel anxious before a big exam like the...
Ginger Mathematician
Apr 23, 20231 min read
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2 Months to Go. You Need To Do This. Now.
With only two months to go until the start of iGCSE, IB and A-Level Maths, it is important to make sure you use this time as effectively...
Ginger Mathematician
Mar 2, 20232 min read
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How To Revise A-Level Maths With My Topic Based Videos
**Why should I listen to these videos?** A-level maths is a difficult subject to study. Many students find it difficult to retain and...
Ginger Mathematician
Feb 23, 20232 min read
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3 Last Minute Exam Tips Your iGCSE Teacher Won't Show You
Don't worry, your iGCSE teacher isn't the only one who forgot to bring their tips for exams! In fact, there are plenty of last minute...
Ginger Mathematician
Feb 7, 20231 min read
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How do I do well on iGCSE Maths Paper 6?
Many iGCSE students have problems with the Paper 6 Modelling & Investigation paper, which is coming up on Tuesday. What can you do to...
Ginger Mathematician
May 14, 20221 min read
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How can I pass iGCSE Maths with 2 weeks to go?
With the iGCSE exams just around the corner, I am sure many of you are understandably anxious about them and how to use the next 2 weeks...
Ginger Mathematician
Apr 17, 20221 min read
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Maths Exam Fear - What can you do about it?
My latest video goes through the difficult concept of Maths Exam Fear; most of us have experienced this at one time or another. I go...
Ginger Mathematician
Apr 11, 20221 min read
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Welcome
Hi there, welcome to my new website! I am the Head of Mathematics at an international school in Germany and my blog gives me a chance to...
Ginger Mathematician
Jan 21, 20211 min read
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