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The Complete Self-Paced Course: USA Diploma and Transcript Model for HE Success in The UK

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USA Diploma & Transcript Model for HE Success in The UK:

The Complete Self-Paced Course

A 3 Module, 17-lesson self-paced course teaching UK home education families how to use the USA Diploma and Transcript model for HE success in The UK.

In this course you will learn:

  • 20 reasons to begin home educating now
  • What subjects to cover for the US Diploma & Transcript Model
  • What a course credit is and how your student should earn them
  • How to earn credits by subject
  • Finding Curriculum that ‘fits’: Teaching to Strengths & weaknesses
  • Electives & How To Choose Them: Courses that inspire learning
  • What Your High Schooler Can Expect To Accomplish: What to teach each year.
  • Matching Your Student’s Skills To The Correct Level: Defining academic rigor.
  • Record Keeping for A ‘Uni-Atractive’ Transcript: Beginning & Finishing Well

And more.


BONUS:  The workbook, and the ‘Everying Counts!’ planner included as well as the ‘US Qualification Requirements for 19 Scottish Universities‘.

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KS3 Mathematics

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KS3 Mathematics Course Details

For Autumn 2026

KS3 Mathematics will build on the foundation laid in KS2 and prepare the student for iGCSE Maths in the future. This is done through the three core topic areas: 

  • Number
  • Algebra, Geometry and Measure
  • Statistics and Probability.

Age: Capable 10-year-old (turning 11 in the school year) – 14 years

Day & Time:  All UK Timezones (Two 40-minute sessions with a short break in between)

  • KS3 Yr 1/Year 7/P7/Grade 6 Maths – Thursdays 12:30-2 pm
  • KS3 Yr 2/Year 8/S1/Grade 7 Maths – Thursdays 11 am-12:30 pm
  • KS3 Yr 3/Year 9/S2/Grade 8 Maths – Mondays 11 am -12:30 pm

Location: Zoom Meeting

Tutors:  Scott McDowell (Yr1 & Yr3) & Judy Thrasher (Yr2)

Required Materials:  See below.

Functional Skills Maths Level 2

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Functional Skills Maths Level 2

For Autumn 2026 

The Functional Skills Maths Level 2 course will follow the Level 2 portion of the syllabusItems listed in the Level 1 section are covered in the KS3 Maths classes, which are geared to a broad age range. 

The course integrates engaging investigations, hands-on activities, and everyday applications, helping learners see the relevance of maths in daily life and decision-making whilst preparing them for the Functional Maths Exam.

In the class, we will complete the maths curriculum over two semesters (30 weeks total) in our live online sessions.

Age: 13-17

Day & Time: Wednesdays 12:30-2 pm UK Timezone (Two 40-minute sessions each week.)

Location: Zoom Meeting

Tutor: Judy Thrasher

Prerequisite:

  • No formal prerequisites, but a basic understanding of numeracy and everyday maths concepts is recommended.
  • KS3 Maths or equivalent preferred 

Required Materials: See below.

National 5 Applications of Maths

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National 5 Applications of Maths

For Autumn 2026 

Please contact us at Arise@AriseHomeEducation.com if you are interested in this course.


The National 5 Applications of Maths Year 1 course provides a practical approach to mathematics, focusing on applying numeracy skills to real-world situations. Students will develop confidence in financial literacy, data analysis, measurement, statistics, and problem-solving. The course integrates engaging investigations, hands-on activities, and everyday applications, helping learners see the relevance of maths in daily life and decision-making.

In the class, we will complete the math curriculum over two semesters (30 weeks total) in our live online sessions.

Age: 14-16

Day & Time: Tuesdays 9:30-11 am UK Timezone (Two 40-minute sessions with a short break in between.)

Location: Zoom Meeting

Tutor: Emma Cummings

Prerequisite:

  • No formal prerequisites, but a basic understanding of numeracy and everyday maths concepts is recommended.
  • KS3 Maths or equivalent preferred 

Required Materials: 

KS3 English Grammar & Writing, Year 1

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KS3/ Pre-iGCSE English Grammar & Writing, Year 1

For Autumn 2026

We will use IEW – Ancient History and Fix It! Grammar – Town Mouse and Country Mouse, completing the first half of the Ancient History theme-based writing curriculum, and all of the Fix It! Grammar curriculum.

Pre-Requisites:

  • Students should be able to write a single paragraph by hand or typed.
  • Best suited for students aged 11-14 who have basic to intermediate English grammar and writing skills. Younger students will need tutor permission before registration.

Age: 11+

Day & Time: Tuesdays 11 am -12:30 pm UK Timezone (Two 40-minute sessions each week.)

Location: Zoom Meeting

Tutor: Shannan Swindler

Required Materials: 

If resources are not available on Amazon, you can order them directly from IEW (links below) or possibly Conquest Books.

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