The Maths Futures Programme is aimed at students with a passion for mathematics looking to study A-level mathematics and further
mathematics in an environment that balances both academic excellence and a broad love of mathematics and its application. As well as maths lessons, students benefit from 1 to 1 tutorials, problem solving workshops, and dedicated workshops to support students with entrance exams to top universities including Oxford and Cambridge.
Students study both Mathematics and Further Mathematics at A-level, taught by specialist teachers who are experts in their field. The course is taught linearly with Maths A Level completed in Year 12, and Further Maths in Year 13. This allows students to sequentially build on prior knowledge and naturally investigate mathematical themes as they emerge. In addition to taught lessons, students benefit from fortnightly individual / 2to1 tutorials with specialist teachers. These tutorials provide students with an option to seek guidance and advice on their studies whilst also getting support in considering options after the programme.
Regular problem-solving clinics also run to encourage students to work collaboratively on mathematical problems, and are often linked to national competitions. We provide dedicated support lessons to help prepare students for the entrance exams now required to study mathematics and similar subjects (such as engineering) at the most prestigious universities. This includes supporting students in preparing for the MAT exam used for admissions to Oxford University and the STEP exam used for Cambridge admissions.
During the two-year programme, students have the opportunity to go on a range of trips and visits to see prominent mathematicians
speak, visit universities and see mathematical exhibitions. As well as these two A Level courses, students can choose from the wide range of other courses our Sixth Form offers to complement their educational experience.
Shaftesbury School is one of the top schools in the country for Further Maths at A Level – our results in 2022 put us in the top 1% of the country!
“Shaftesbury School’s Maths Department gave me the support and freedom I needed to aim for a top university. Additional lessons dedicated to the STEP exam, as well as being given the freedom to revise for this, helped my Cambridge application a lot”.
Aron, a former student, who has gained a place at the University of Cambridge.
