Develop independence and confidence in your mathematical ability; develop an appreciation for the elegance and power of numbers. Examine the principles and nature of mathematics and be able to communicate clearly in varied contexts. Through the study of mathematics, you will develop your logical, critical and creative skills as well as your problem solving skills. The curriculums will help you appreciate the influence mathematics has on other subjects as well as the wider implications of mathematics in the world. This course is focused on mathematics in a practical context and is suited to students who are interested in developing their mathematics for describing our world and solving practical problems. This subject is aimed at students who may be looking to study subjects such as social sciences, humanities, medicine, natural sciences, business, psychology and design.
The minimum entry requirement for our Sixth Form is five Grades 9 – 6 at GCSE with a minimum of a 6 in the subjects the candidate wishes to study at A Level or IB. All candidates are expected to have achieved a minimum of Grade 4 in Maths and English. For some specific subjects, a minimum of 7 is required at GCSE. Entry to the Sixth Form depends upon a satisfactory report from their present Headteacher, the minimum GCSE requirements and suitable CAT scores. All Sixth Form candidates will also be required to undertake a short writing task.
Paper 1: No technology allowed: Compulsory short and extended response questions based on syllabus (30%). Paper 2: Technology allowed. Compulsory short and extended response questions based on syllabus (30%). Paper 3: Technology allowed. Two compulsory extended response problem solving questions (20%). Individual investigation (20%).
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Bedford |
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| Gender Type | Girls |
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| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £12,192 - £17,133 |
| Address | Cardington Road, Bedford, MK42 0BX |
Develop independence and confidence in your mathematical ability; develop an appreciation for the elegance and power of numbers. Examine the principles and nature of mathematics and be able to communicate clearly in varied contexts. Through the study of mathematics, you will develop your logical, critical and creative skills as well as your problem solving skills. The curriculums will help you appreciate the influence mathematics has on other subjects as well as the wider implications of mathematics in the world. This course is focused on mathematics in a practical context and is suited to students who are interested in developing their mathematics for describing our world and solving practical problems. This subject is aimed at students who may be looking to study subjects such as social sciences, humanities, medicine, natural sciences, business, psychology and design.
The minimum entry requirement for our Sixth Form is five Grades 9 – 6 at GCSE with a minimum of a 6 in the subjects the candidate wishes to study at A Level or IB. All candidates are expected to have achieved a minimum of Grade 4 in Maths and English. For some specific subjects, a minimum of 7 is required at GCSE. Entry to the Sixth Form depends upon a satisfactory report from their present Headteacher, the minimum GCSE requirements and suitable CAT scores. All Sixth Form candidates will also be required to undertake a short writing task.
Paper 1: No technology allowed: Compulsory short and extended response questions based on syllabus (30%). Paper 2: Technology allowed. Compulsory short and extended response questions based on syllabus (30%). Paper 3: Technology allowed. Two compulsory extended response problem solving questions (20%). Individual investigation (20%).