Pricey park netball court: A multi-skill maths investigation
Challenge your KS3 and KS4 students with this engaging real-world maths investigation that brings together multiple mathematical concepts through the scenario of building a netball court in the fictional ‘Pricey Park’.
What's included
- A detailed problem-solving task incorporating volume, percentages, area, proportion, and financial calculations
- Extension questions covering Pythagoras' theorem and speed-distance-time problems
- Clear instructions and structured questions suitable for higher-ability students
- Answers for quick and easy marking!
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Using this maths investigation in the classroom
This versatile investigation works brilliantly as a challenging end-of-term assessment or as an extended homework task. For KS3, focus on the core calculations involving money, percentages and volume. KS4 students can tackle the full investigation, including the more complex extension questions. The real-world context helps students see the practical applications of mathematical concepts whilst developing their problem-solving skills. Consider using this as a group activity where students can discuss their approaches and check each other's calculations.
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