Further Maths Support Network
Staff support external students in problem solving skills and exam revison in collaberation with MEI. Partners are Oxfordshire state schools' year 13 Further Maths pupils, who receive subject coaching to develop their skills, especially in problem solving. Oxfordshire State school year 13 Further Maths pupils receive help with revision in advance of exams. Staff also offer interview preperation support for Oxbridge applicants through this programme.
Aims
Oxfordshire State school Oxbridge applicants receive preparatory coaching / interview practice. Skills development for Oxfordshire State school year 13 Further Maths pupils. Exam preparation for Oxfordshire State school year 13 Further Maths pupils.
Background
MCS Head of Mathematics established the partnership in conjunction with the FMSP.
Resources
Uses MCS rooms, teaching staff time, catering, photocopying.
Impact
Students benefit from the extra preparation for exams and interviews - assessment is their success.
Pupil Involvement
External pupils aged 17-18.
Frequency
12 coaching sessions per year; other activities once per year.