“I appreciate that Mathematics will always challenge you, regardless of the topic. It’s my most difficult subject but that only makes it all the more rewarding when you figure out abstract concepts and end up honing your skills. The teachers are also amazing and incredibly helpful! Academically, I feel capable to take on anything I might face in the future. A lot of the maths we study builds on what we learned at GCSE, so it’s really useful to have a strong foundation in algebra and trigonometry. Each week, we are set work from an independent study booklet, which includes three levels of challenge to help us continue developing our understanding of recently taught topics. We also complete an ‘Exam Question of the Week’ to ensure we can apply what we have learned to real exam-style questions.

I can attend drop-in sessions on the days I am in College, and outside of lessons, my teachers offers problems solving classes, which are great if you decide to take part in the Ritangle Team Maths Challenge, or the Senior Mathematics Challenge, which can lead to you competing in the British Mathematical Olympiad. The College also has good links with universities, so there are lots of opportunities to go to lectures or take part in competitions. I have also been able to take part in courses that will enhance my university application. I have really enjoyed workshops led by Xaverian alumni that have visited us to talk about their career journeys, specifically within STEM.”