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Master High-Level Reasoning & Analytical Skills

Our Year 8 General Ability programme at MeritVy is designed so students learn beyond academics and grow comprehensively. We focus on developing high-level reasoning and analytical skills. The programme primarily emphasises high-order thinking with a strong focus on pattern recognition and multi-step reasoning, building perfect readiness for future academic and competitive success.

Master High-Level Reasoning & Analytical Skills

What Students Learn

Decode complex number sequences with confidence

Solve advanced ratio problems systematically

Strengthen abstract reasoning and verbal logic

Excel in academic performance

Solve multi-layered problems effectively

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Why Choose MeritVy for General Ability?

MeritVy offers the best skills needed for academics and future competitions:

Interactive Learning

Beyond rote learning—lessons include quizzes, challenges, puzzles, and logic for productive, engaging education.

Aligned with Academics

Curriculum well-aligned with academics, preparing students for competitive exams with reasoning as the key focus.

Clear Tracking

Series of tests and worksheets each term to monitor growth, with reports shared with parents.

How We Teach
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Special Features of the Programme

Term-Wise Structured Curriculum

Carefully designed progression throughout the year.

Mini-Tests & Assessments

Regular evaluation to track progress and mastery.

Curious Minds & Logic Lab

Engaging activities that spark curiosity and develop reasoning.

Aligned with Competitive Exams

Preparation for selective schools, scholarships, and aptitude tests.

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Curriculum

The Year 8 curriculum is well-aligned with academics and skill enhancement:

Term 1: Advanced Foundations

Verbal Reasoning

  • Word Classification
  • Coding-Decoding (Word Number Combination)
  • Essential Parts
  • Alphabet Series
  • Word Completion
  • Statement Type

Curious Minds & Logic Lab

  • General Knowledge on Various Topics
  • Multi-Step Logic Puzzles

Numerical Reasoning

  • Fractions and Decimals Number Sequences
  • Pythagoras Theorem
  • Probability Word Problems
  • Proportion Word Problems
  • Formula Rearrangement
  • Surface Area and Volume Word Problems
  • Histograms
  • Venn Diagram Word Problems
  • Time Word Problems
  • Percentages Word Problems
  • Symbols and Algebra
  • Speed, Time, and Distance
  • Age Word Problems
  • Area Shaded of Composite Shapes
  • Mean, Median, Mode, and Range
  • Simple Interest Word Problems
  • Missing Number Grids
Term 2: Complex Analysis & Deduction

Verbal Reasoning

  • Word/Letter Rearrangement
  • Maximum Number Deduction
  • Statement that Supports a Claim
  • Letter Twin
  • Cause-Effect Matching
  • Mistake in the Statement

Curious Minds & Logic Lab

  • General Knowledge on Various Topics
  • Multi-Step Logic Puzzles

Numerical Reasoning

  • Money Conversion Word Problems
  • Ordering of Square Numbers and Surds
  • Compound Interest
  • LCM Word Problems
  • Alpha-Numeric Sequences
  • Directions Word Problems
  • Two-Way Table Probability
  • Pie Charts
  • Divisibility
  • Angles in a Quadrilateral
  • Interior and Exterior Angles in a Polygon
  • Profit and Loss
  • Numbers Odd One Out
  • Circumference and Area of Circle Word Problems
  • Discount and Tax Word Problems
  • Diagonals in a Polygon
  • Estimation of Index Numbers
  • Number Series
  • Magic Squares of Fractions and Decimals
  • Different Ways of Arrangement
Term 3: Advanced Problem Solving

Verbal Reasoning

  • Mistake in the Statement
  • Code Arrangement
  • Cause Questions
  • Word Patch
  • Direction Tests
  • Dictionary Order
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Letter Arrangement

Curious Minds & Logic Lab

  • General Knowledge on Various Topics
  • Multi-Step Logic Puzzles

Numerical Reasoning

  • Measurement Word Problems
  • Fractions Word Problems
  • Time and Money Word Problems
  • Rates Word Problems
  • Integer Series
  • Triple Bar Graphs
  • Equivalent Ratios
  • Number Properties
  • Sum of Angles of Figure
  • Top and Bottom Row Rule of Numbers
  • Scientific Notation
  • Calendar
  • Number Puzzles
  • Graph of Constant Rate
  • Nested Numbers BODMAS
  • Percentage and Area, Percentage and Volume
  • How Many Cubes?
Term 4: Mastery & Application

Verbal Reasoning

  • Translating Language
  • Ordering Information
  • Analogy Pairs
  • Blood Relations
  • Letter Arrangement
  • Unscrambled and Jumbled Letters
  • Whose Reasoning is Correct

Curious Minds & Logic Lab

  • General Knowledge on Various Topics
  • Multi-Step Logic Puzzles

Numerical Reasoning

  • Conversion
  • Squares and Square Roots, Cubes and Cube Roots (Fractions and Decimals)
  • Measurement Reasoning, Number Theory Reasoning, Interest Reasoning
  • Time and Capacity
  • Best Buy
  • Triangle and Quadrilateral Properties
  • Dot Plots
  • Number and Figure Patterns
  • Clock Reasoning Problems
  • Handshakes
  • 3D Shapes Properties Reasoning
  • How Many Shapes in a Complex Figure?
  • Guess My Number
  • Heights and Distances Using a Figure

Benefits of the Programme

Numerical fluency with advanced problem-solving

Multi-step problem-solving capabilities

Preparation for aptitude exams and competitions

Engaging and interactive lesson delivery

Strong foundation of reasoning skills

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Parents' Common Questions

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