Maths
at Painsley Catholic College, Stoke-On-Trent · college
What the college says
Maths is one of the best subjects to develop your analytical, research and problem solving skills. Not only will studying maths help give you the knowledge to tackle scientific, mechanical, coding and abstract problems, it will also help you develop logic to tackle everyday issues like planning projects, managing budgets and even debating effectively.
What you need to get on
College Entry Requirements: Minimum of 5 higher grades at GCSE, including English and maths (minimum grade 5). Subject Specific Requirements: GCSE in Mathematics with success at a grade 7 standard. Students must be self-motivated and willing to put in the time needed to succeed as the course is one of the most difficult on offer.
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
Painsley Sixth Form College
Attlee Road, Cheadle, ST10 1LL
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Cheadle
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