KS3
Key Stage 3: Years 7–8
Years 7 and 8 are the foundation years for students who want to move confidently into GCSE Maths and Science later.
For students aiming towards strong GCSE Science or STEM subjects, we use these years to strengthen core Maths, Physics and Chemistry understanding before Year 9. This helps students begin GCSE-style Science with better confidence, rather than spending Year 9 repairing weak foundations.
Who this stage is for
Students in Years 7–8 who need stronger foundations, steadier confidence, or a more ambitious route towards GCSE work.
Pathways available
- Maths Foundations: 1 session per week
- Maths + UKMT Stretch: 2 Maths sessions during UKMT preparation
- Maths + Science Balance: Maths plus one Science
- Full Core Foundations: Maths, Physics and Chemistry
Some students focus more heavily on Maths before UKMT season, then move into a more balanced Maths and Science pathway afterwards. We do not usually recommend more than three academic sessions per week at this stage.