Think Academy G3 (Year 9/10 UK) Summer & Autumn Courses
The Think Academy G3 Year 9 Year 10 UK Summer Autumn Courses are now open, providing students with a structured and forward-thinking pathway at one of the most pivotal stages in secondary education. Designed for students progressing into Year 9 and Year 10, the think academy g3 year 9 year 10 uk summer autumn courses focus on strengthening mathematical knowledge while developing critical thinking and effective study habits.
At this level, many students begin to encounter gaps in understanding due to fragmented learning, limited practice, or difficulty adapting to increasing GCSE demands. The think academy g3 year 9 year 10 uk summer autumn courses address these challenges directly through a systematic approach that combines in-depth teaching, targeted practice, and continuous feedback. This ensures students not only understand concepts but can confidently apply them in exam situations.
With a curriculum built on extensive analysis of GCSE and UKMT past papers, the Think Academy G3 Year 9 Year 10 UK Summer Autumn Courses provide students with the tools to excel academically and stay ahead. By focusing on algebra, graphs, trigonometry, and advanced problem-solving, students develop the clarity, precision, and confidence needed to achieve top grades and prepare effectively for GCSE Maths and beyond.
Upcoming G3 (for students progressing to Year 9/Year 10 in the UK) Summer and Autumn Courses Now Open — A pivotal stage in secondary education, fostering knowledge, critical thinking and study habits in parallel to comprehensively enhance mathematical ability
We warmly congratulate 93% of Think Academy UK’s 2025 candidates on achieving grades 8–9 (A*) in GCSE Maths, and 97% of candidates on achieving grades 8–9 (A*) in GCSE Additional Maths 👏
Common issues with maths learning in British secondary schools
People often say that GCSE Maths is easy, so why are there still so many children who don’t achieve a Grade 9?
In fact, difficulty is relative. Although GCSE questions are more straightforward than those in Chinese exams, there are issues with the way mathematics is taught in many British schools, leading to pupils either being daunted by challenging problems or overestimating their abilities, only to find themselves unable to solve the questions when the exam comes around.
Here are some common issues encountered when studying maths at secondary schools in the UK. You might want to check whether your child has fallen into any of these traps:
1. The difficulty level has suddenly increased, making it hard for students to adapt
The curriculum in Years 7–9 is too simplistic, resulting in pupils lacking a solid foundation, which makes it difficult for them to cope with the sudden increase in difficulty in Years 10–11.
2. Lack of a systematic understanding of the subject matter
Schools spread the content of a single GCSE unit across several semesters, resulting in students gaining only a superficial understanding and lacking depth, which makes it difficult for them to handle flexible assessments.
3. Lack of practice
Math requires a lot of practice to master, but many children don’t practice enough on a regular basis. As a result, while they understand the concepts in their heads, they struggle to apply them when doing the work, making it very easy for them to make mistakes.
If your child wants to excel in GCSE Maths and the UKMT competition, they must:
- Systematically study specific topics
- Overcome challenges and break through bottlenecks
- Practice diligently, think critically, and learn from mistakes to develop strategies and gain experience
If your child doesn’t have a clear study plan or feels lost when it comes to improving their math skills, don’t worry!
Think Academy UK helps children develop systematic study plans. Through in-depth learning and ample practice, we empower them to make steady progress and be fully prepared for every challenge 💪
Think Academy UK Secondary School Curriculum Design
Our curriculum is designed based on an analysis of the syllabi from major exam boards and a compilation of past exam questions. The course content and question design draw from over 5,000 GCSE past papers and over 2,800 UKMT past papers, ensuring that the questions we select are the most precise and effective to help you prepare efficiently for your GCSE exams and competitions.
Highlights of the Think Academy UK Curriculum
1. Integrating instruction and practice in class: Each lesson combines clear explanations with targeted exercises to help students build a solid foundation of knowledge and quickly master challenging concepts.
2. Homework Assignments and Solutions: After each lesson, students are given practice exercises accompanied by detailed solutions or instructional videos, ensuring they can correct their mistakes promptly and complete the learning cycle.
3. Progress Assessments and Q&A Sessions: We offer full-length mock exams to accurately identify and address knowledge gaps, along with one-on-one Q&A sessions, so parents can stay informed about their child’s progress.
4. Study Resources: In addition to the course materials for our long-term classes, we also provide a variety of practical practice and test materials. Students can choose to practice specific topics based on their individual needs.
G3 Term A Course Syllabus
Suitable for students entering Years 9 and 10
To ensure that every student can choose the advanced math course and learning path that best suits them, our middle school program is divided into three tracks—Acceleration, Mastery, and Competition—with increasing difficulty and pace.
Acceleration Class：
Suitable for: Students with a less solid foundation
Learning Objectives: Focus on school exams and GCSE Maths; aim for a Grade 9 in GCSE Maths
Term A Learning Focus: Focus on mastering the three key challenging areas of GCSE Maths: algebra, graphs, and trigonometry
Mastery Class：
Suitable for: Students with a solid foundation who are looking to challenge themselves
Learning Objectives: Focus on GCSE preparation while expanding into math competitions; aim for top 9% in GCSE scores; achieve awards or advance to the semifinals in the IMC
Term A Focus: Emphasis on key GCSE topics such as algebraic expressions, trigonometry, and statistics, as well as related competition question types
Competition Class：
Suitable for: Students who have fully mastered GCSE Maths, possess a solid foundation, and think quickly
Learning Objectives: Focus on GCSE Additional Maths while developing competitive problem-solving skills
Term A Focus: Emphasis on Additional Maths (calculus, matrices, etc.), as well as various types of competition problems and mathematical models
Start with structured guidance to keep preparation calm and manageable. A free 7+/11+/GCSE maths trial lesson can help your child build confidence, understand exam-style questions, and develop the right pace without unnecessary pressure.
Acceleration Class Syllabus：
Mastery Class Syllabus：
Competition Class Syllabus：
Course Timeline and Pricing
| Class Type | Class Dates | Class Size | Length of a single class | Price per class | Number of Class | Course Price | Early Bird Discount | Sale price |
| Acceleration/Mastery | Aug 31-Dec 20 | 20 | 90min | £36 | 16 | £576 | £65 | £511 |
| Competition | 120min | £48 | 16 | £768 | £90 | £678 |
*For specific class types and schedules, please contact a Think Academy UK instructor.❤️
The total cost for the semester includes: recorded live classes, course materials, homework assignments and teacher grading, video explanations of assignments, midterm exams and progress reports, as well as on-demand Q&A sessions with teachers and a vast collection of practice problems, among other educational services.
Sign up by May 17 to take advantage of the early bird discount, and be sure to contact the instructor to receive an additional £20 referral discount!
Registration Information
Before new students enroll, our teachers will administer a free online placement test. Based on the results, the teacher will provide one-on-one feedback to the parents and recommend the class that best suits the child’s level.
