Key Stage 3 Maths

About KS3 Maths

KS3 Maths builds on what you learned in primary and stretches your reasoning. You’ll use number skills with confidence, manipulate algebra, explore patterns and sequences, and apply maths to real-life problems. Our quick quizzes turn big ideas into bite-size checks so you can practise little and often – perfect for solid recall and steady progress.

Start by tightening order-of-operations fluency in Level 3–4 Algebra: BODMAS/BIDMAS, then build language and structure in Level 3–4 Algebra: Expressions. Strengthen factor knowledge with Level 3–4 Algebra: Factors, and connect ideas about divisibility in Level 3–4 Algebra: Multiples. Instant feedback helps you spot what to revisit and shows you where you’re flying.

Use the quizzes anywhere – on a laptop, tablet or phone. They’re ideal for homework top-ups, pre-test warm-ups and quick confidence boosters. Repeat a quiz after a few days to secure the method and lock in key vocabulary and notation.

See the official Government guidance: Mathematics programmes of study: key stage 3.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can my child revise KS3 Maths effectively?

Short, regular practice beats long cramming sessions. Aim for two or three quizzes a week, check the explanations, and then repeat a quiz after a few days. This spaced practice strengthens long-term memory.

Do these quizzes match the KS3 curriculum?

Yes. The topics reflect the KS3 strands, including number, algebra, ratio, geometry and data. Quizzes reinforce classroom teaching and help prepare for end-of-topic assessments.

What if a topic feels hard?

Begin with a simpler quiz to rebuild confidence, then return to the tricky one. Encourage working step-by-step, showing methods, and using the feedback to target specific gaps.

Author: Frank Evans (Specialist 11 Plus Teacher and Tutor)