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Mathematics Advanced GCE

at King Edward Vi Grammar School, Chelmsford, Chelmsford · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Understand mathematics and mathematical processes in a way that promotes confidence, fosters enjoyment and provides a strong foundation for progress to further study; Extend their range of mathematical skills and techniques; Understand coherence and progression in maths and how areas of it are connected Apply mathematics in other fields of study and be aware of the relevance of mathematics to the world of work and to situations in society in general; Use mathematical knowledge to make logical decisions in solving problems, and communicate the mathematical rationale for these decisions clearly; Reason logically and recognise incorrect reasoning; construct mathematical proofs; Use skills to solve challenging problems which require you to decide on the solution strategy; Recognise when mathematics can be used to analyse and solve a problem in context; Represent situations mathematically and understand the relationship between problems in context and mathematical models that may be applied to solve them; Draw diagrams and sketch graphs to help explore mathematical situations and interpret solutions; Make deductions and inferences and draw conclusions by using mathematical reasoning; Interpret solutions and communicate their interpretation effectively in the context of the problem; Read and comprehend mathematical arguments, including justifications of methods and formulae, and communicate their understanding; Understand articles concerning applications of mathematics and communic

What you need to get on

The requirements for admission into Year 12 are: 1. An average GCSE/IGCSE points score of at least 6.4375 across the best eight subjects. This will be calculated as follows:  Reformed GCSEs (graded 9 to 1) will score according to the grade, i.e. a grade 7 would score 7 points for KEGS admission purposes.  Unreformed GCSEs (graded A* to G) will score as follows: A* =8.5 points, A = 7 points, B = 5.5 points, C = 4 points.  AS B grade or above = 8.5 points and FSMQ Additional Mathematics B grade or above = 8.5 points. 2. Reformed grade 6 or higher must be achieved in GCSE Mathematics and English (whether or not these subjects are being followed to A Level). 3. A suitably high GCSE grade, usually A or reformed grade 7 or better, in each chosen subject of study. 4. Reformed grade 4 or higher must be achieved at GCSE in a modern foreign language. 5. There need to be available places in the

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • King Edward VI Grammar School

    Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 3SX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 30 August 2026 · Chelmsford

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