Mathematics is one of the most popular A Level subjects at Kirkham Grammar School, with nearly half of each Lower Sixth choosing to study Mathematics at A Level. It is a highly regarded qualification for university entrance in many courses. By studying Mathematics at A Level, pupils therefore give themselves the option of a wide variety of courses, at the best universities nationally. Almost all successful A Level Mathematics pupils will have achieved grades of 9-7 at GCSE. Although it is possible for pupils with grade 6 at GCSE to take Mathematics at A Level, the intellectual demand and quantity of work load make the course very challenging.
Pupils must normally achieve five GCSEs in grades 9 to 4, including English and Maths. Candidates are expected to have a grade of 6 or above in the subjects they wish to take in the Sixth Form. Consideration will be given in exceptional circumstances to change this by the Headmaster.
Since September 2017, the new reformed Mathematics A Level has been studied by Lower Sixth pupils. The content studied over the two year course is 100% prescribed, consisting of three externally assessed 2 hour papers, each being equally weighted, with no coursework. Edexcel is the examination board used for A Level Mathematics. The pupils are allowed to use a calculator on all 3 externally assessed papers. Paper 1: Pure Mathematics 1 (exam code 9MA0/01) Paper 2: Pure Mathematics 2 (exam code 9MA0/02) Paper 3: Statistics and Mechanics (exam code 9MA0/03)
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| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Ribby Road, Kirkham, Preston, PR4 2BH |
Mathematics is one of the most popular A Level subjects at Kirkham Grammar School, with nearly half of each Lower Sixth choosing to study Mathematics at A Level. It is a highly regarded qualification for university entrance in many courses. By studying Mathematics at A Level, pupils therefore give themselves the option of a wide variety of courses, at the best universities nationally. Almost all successful A Level Mathematics pupils will have achieved grades of 9-7 at GCSE. Although it is possible for pupils with grade 6 at GCSE to take Mathematics at A Level, the intellectual demand and quantity of work load make the course very challenging.
Pupils must normally achieve five GCSEs in grades 9 to 4, including English and Maths. Candidates are expected to have a grade of 6 or above in the subjects they wish to take in the Sixth Form. Consideration will be given in exceptional circumstances to change this by the Headmaster.
Since September 2017, the new reformed Mathematics A Level has been studied by Lower Sixth pupils. The content studied over the two year course is 100% prescribed, consisting of three externally assessed 2 hour papers, each being equally weighted, with no coursework. Edexcel is the examination board used for A Level Mathematics. The pupils are allowed to use a calculator on all 3 externally assessed papers. Paper 1: Pure Mathematics 1 (exam code 9MA0/01) Paper 2: Pure Mathematics 2 (exam code 9MA0/02) Paper 3: Statistics and Mechanics (exam code 9MA0/03)