Syllabus for Mathematics in the residential entrance assessments

Sample Papers

2001 Sample Paper
2002 Sample Paper
2003 Sample Paper

There will be one paper, of 60 minutes duration. In addition, the CATS tests contain a component designed to measure potential mathematical ability. The syllabus content was drawn up in January 1996 in line with the National Curriculum orders, and revised slightly for January 2004 to meet the new Numeracy Framework criteria.

In addition to the content for Levels 1 to 3, question may be set on the following material:

Ma2: Number and Algebra
Checking the reasonableness of a result Level 4
Number sequences Level 4
Co-ordinates in the first quadrant Level 4
Mental recall of multiplication facts up to 10 x 10 Level 4
Addition and subtraction of decimals Level 4
Approximate proportions of a whole Level 4
Simple fractions and percentages Level 4
Prime numbers, multiples, factors and square numbers Level 4
Simple formulae expressed in words Level 4
Multiplying and dividing by 10, 100 or 1000 Level 5
Long multiplication and long division Level 5
Multiplication and division of decimals Level 5
Simple formulae involving one or two operations Level 5
Co-ordinates in all four quadrants Level 5

Ma3: Shape, Space and Measure
Drawing 2-D shapes on grids Level 4
Reflection symmetry, mirror lines Level 4
Reading scales on instruments Level 4
Perimeter of simple shapes Level 4
Areas by counting squares Level 4
Angle sum of a triangle Level 5
Ma4: Handling data
Use of frequency tables and diagrams Level 4
Simple line graphs Level 4
Probability scale from 0 to 1 Level 5
Interpretation of pie charts Level 5
Mean, median, mode, range Level 5

While we recognise that candidates may not have covered every topic by the date of the examination, it is important that candidates are able to demonstrate a sound and broad competence on the majority of them.

The examination may also contain some questions on Ma1: Using and applying mathematics, intended to provide an opportunity for candidates to demonstrate their ability to solve problems and apply mathematics within a context.

The use of calculators is NOT permitted.

A L Smith
September 2003
Email: maths@christs-hospital.org.uk