This week

Given the extreme weather conditions forecast for the remainder of this week, we have decided to allow all students the choice of following attire for the next 3 days:
- their full their normal full school uniform with normal school shoes (jumper does not have to be worn); or
- their full Beckfoot School PE kit with trainers (hoodie does not have to be worn).
No other items of clothing will be permitted. 
For post -16 students, this will also include the wearing of smart shorts.
On Monday 29 June 2026, we will revert back to normal full school uniform with normal school shoes during the day.
Remember: we strongly recommend bringing plenty of water, sun protection, including sun cream and a hat/cap (to be worn whilst outside during breaktimes, PE lessons, and other outdoor activities), to help protect against the sun.
For outdoor PE lessons, students should come prepared for activity in the heat. Please note that sunglasses cannot be worn during PE, but suitable sun hats are encouraged when outside.
Please take care.

A Level Mathematics

A Level Maths provides students with a thorough grounding in the mathematical
tools and techniques often needed in the workplace. The logic and reasoning
skills developed by studying A Level Maths make sure the qualification is widely
respected.

Skills required

  • A ‘never give up’ attitude
  • A love of algebra
  • Analytical skills
  • Problem solving
5 hours in… Maths
Entry Requirements
  • Grade 7 in GCSE Maths
  • Grade 4 in GCSE English
  • A secure knowledge of co-ordinate geometry, algebraic manipulation, surds, indices and trigonometry
Units studied

AQA | Mathematics | A-Level | A-level Mathematics

  • Pure Maths
  • Statistics
  • Mechanics

Two-thirds of the qualification is made up of Pure Core Maths, the other third is Mechanics and Statistics

Careers

Maths is essential for studying Maths, Physics or Engineering at University, and for these subjects Further Maths is highly desirable or even essential at the top
institutions (see page on Further Mathematics). Other courses which benefit from Maths A Level are medicine, economics, accounting and other sciences.

Enrichment

Various opportunities to enter national and international Maths competitions, visit Universities, and see STEM speakers.