Area of Circles and Composite Shapes

Curriculum Relevance

England

Key Stage 4

Ma3: Shape, Space and Measures

• (2i) recall the definition of a circle and the meaning of related terms
  
• (4h) find areas enclosed by circles, recalling relevant formulae

Wales

Key Stages 3 and 4

Shape, Space and Measures

• (1.1) visualise, describe and represent shapes
  
• (3.4) find areas of common shapes, including circles and cylinders

Northern Ireland

Key Stages 3 and 4

Shape, Space and Measures

Exploration of Shape

• (a) explore, recognise and describe 2D shapes
  
• (d) know and use language associated with circles

Measures

• (j) calculate areas of circles and areas of shapes whose perimeters include circular arcs

Scotland

Standard Grade

Shape: Area and Volume

• finding areas of figures - circles and composite figures (General Level)