MYP Mathematics

The MYP eAssessment is an optional externally moderated on-screen examination available to Year 5 students. It consists of two papers — Paper 1 (no GDC) and Paper 2 (GDC allowed) — and covers the full MYP Mathematics curriculum. Schools can choose whether to enter students for the eAssessment. Where taken, it counts for 80% of the final grade with the school's internal portfolio making up the remaining 20%.

MYP Maths is criterion-based rather than exam-based. Instead of a single final exam, students are assessed continuously through tasks aligned to four criteria — Knowing & Understanding, Investigating Patterns, Communicating, and Applying in Real-Life Contexts. This means students must develop a broader range of mathematical skills, not just exam technique.

Yes — Criterion B is one of the most commonly underperforming criteria because it requires a different skill set to standard problem-solving. We specifically train students to select strategies, identify and extend patterns, form general rules using mathematical language, and justify their conclusions. This is a learnable skill and our students consistently improve their Criterion B marks.

We support students in MYP Years 1 through 5, covering the full age range from approximately 11 to 16. Our sessions are tailored to the specific content and assessment expectations of each year group, with additional focus on eAssessment preparation for Year 4 and 5 students.

Strong MYP Maths performance is the best preparation for IB Diploma Mathematics. We ensure students not only achieve strong MYP grades but also build the foundational skills — algebraic fluency, logical reasoning, and mathematical communication — that IB Diploma AA and AI both demand. We also advise families on the most appropriate Diploma Maths pathway for their child.