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A Level Maths is highly demanding. Far tougher than GCSE, it stretches teenagers’ logic and reasoning skills to the maximum. A Level Maths students often find the subject intellectually stimulating, relishing the difficulty of the course. At the same time, however, many feel like they would benefit from extra support. Our Maths tutors are here to optimise your child’s academic potential, providing students with the help and guidance they need to excel in A Level Maths. All of our Maths tutors are fantastic communicators, and their lucid teaching style makes the trickiest of concepts seem straightforward.

Academic excellence is guaranteed in our A Level Maths tutors. All are highly qualified subject-specialists with years of experience. Our team consists of teachers who have taught at top private schools, full-time professional tutors and first-class Oxbridge graduates, to name but a few. The high intelligence of our A Level tutors is underpinned by a passion for education and a desire to see others succeed. At Hampstead and Frognal Tutors, we are attentive to the different needs and ambitions of our students. Our Maths tutors will identify your child’s strengths and weaknesses, and craft their lessons accordingly.

Anyone applying to become a tutor with us has to supply proof of their qualifications, details of their experience and at least two references. If we are impressed by what we see, we interview the candidate in person. Once they have been taken on, our tutors are offered a range of training and development opportunities to ensure they maintain their high standards. All of our tutors are required to own a DBS certificate.

How our Tutors Teach Maths

Our tutors know the importance of theoretical grounding. At A Level, students cannot blindly learn mathematical methods. They have to be flexible and inventive, drawing on their knowledge to successfully answer the exam paper. Our Maths tutors develop their pupils’ core skills, encouraging them to ask questions, and strive to deepen their mathematical understanding. Our students enter exams halls knowing that they can tackle the trickiest of problems with confidence.

That is not to say that exam technique is unimportant. Our Maths tutors know common questions that teenagers typically struggle with, and prepare their students for the challenge. They also know A Level mark schemes inside out, and help pupils maximise the number of marks they are awarded. This all sounds very dry. In reality, however, our Maths tutors always make their lessons interesting and fun. At Hampstead and Frognal Tutors, we know that pupils work best when they are curious and engaged, and our tutors seek to inspire as well to inform.

If you live outside of the UK — or simply outside of London — you make be thinking ‘there are no tutors near me’. We can help. Whether you are looking for a Maths tutor in London, Leeds, Oxford New York or Sydney, you can still access our fantastic tuition. Our team teaches via Skype as well as in person, and our online maths currently help hundreds of families across the globe.

Our Results

• 100% of our A-level Maths tutors have at least a graduate degree in either Mathematics.
• 100% of our A-level Maths and Physics students gained the grades needed to go onto their chosen university courses.
• 98% of our maths students increased their grades by two points after their mock exams.

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Exam Boards we Cover

Our A Level Maths tutors cover all exam boards, including OCR, AQA and Edexcel. They also have experience preparing students for Further Maths exams.  

Key aspects of the different A Level Maths syllabi are set out below.

OCR Mathematics A

The OCR A-level Mathematics syllabus is designed to develop students’ mathematical understanding, skills, and problem-solving abilities. It is split into three main components: Pure Mathematics, Statistics, and Mechanics. Here’s a detailed summary of the content areas:

1. Pure Mathematics

This forms the largest part of the OCR Maths A-level syllabus and covers fundamental mathematical concepts and techniques.

• Algebra and Functions: Manipulating expressions, solving equations, and understanding functions (including quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions).
• Coordinate Geometry: Equations of lines and circles, and interpreting geometric information on graphs.
• Sequences and Series: Arithmetic and geometric sequences, including the sum to infinity for geometric progressions.
• Calculus:
  • Differentiation: Finding gradients, tangents, rates of change, and optimisation problems.
  • Integration: Finding areas under curves, solving differential equations, and definite/indefinite integrals.
• Trigonometry: Trigonometric identities, solving equations, and using degrees or radians.
• Exponentials and Logarithms: Laws of logarithms, solving exponential growth/decay problems.
• Vectors: 2D and 3D vector algebra, applications to geometry.
• Numerical Methods: Approximations of roots and iterative methods.
• Proof: Techniques including contradiction and induction.

2. Statistics

Focuses on data analysis and probability, using real-world contexts.

• Statistical Sampling: Techniques for collecting and interpreting data samples.
• Data Presentation and Interpretation: Using diagrams like histograms and scatter diagrams, and understanding measures of central tendency and spread.
• Probability: Basics of probability, independent events, and combined probabilities.
• Statistical Distributions:
  • Binomial and Normal distributions.
  • Applications of probability models to data sets.
• Hypothesis Testing: Testing hypotheses about population proportions and means using statistical techniques.

3. Mechanics

Focuses on modelling real-world physical problems mathematically.

• Kinematics: Equations of motion for objects moving in straight lines or under uniform acceleration.
• Forces and Newton’s Laws: Application of Newton’s laws to model and solve problems involving forces.
• Moments: Turning forces and their effects on systems in equilibrium.
• Work, Energy, and Power: Conservation of energy and solving problems involving work done.
• Friction: Modelling forces due to friction in various situations.

Assessment Structure

• Paper 1: Pure Mathematics (33.3%)
  • Focuses on all pure mathematics content.
• Paper 2: Pure Mathematics and Statistics (33.3%)
  • Tests both pure mathematics and statistics.
• Paper 3: Pure Mathematics and Mechanics (33.3%)
  • Covers pure mathematics and mechanics.

Each 2 hour paper involves a mix of problem-solving questions, modelling real-life situations, and mathematical reasoning.

This OCR Mathematics A-level A syllabus, like those of the other exam boards, aims to build a strong foundation for further study in mathematics and related fields like physics, engineering, and economics.

A-level Maths B OCR MEI

For a full treatment and thorough summary of the topics listed we have dedicated a separate page for A-level Maths students.  Head over to our A-level Maths B OCR MEI page for a full details of the specification.

AQA A-level Maths Syllabus

The AQA A-level Mathematics syllabus provides a balanced approach to mathematics, focusing on Pure Mathematics, Statistics, and Mechanics. Below is a detailed summary:

1. Pure Mathematics

Pure Mathematics forms the core of the syllabus and underpins the entire subject.

• Algebra and Functions:
  • Manipulating algebraic expressions and solving equations.
  • Understanding polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions.
• Coordinate Geometry:
  • Equations of straight lines and circles.
  • Graph transformations and intersections.
• Sequences and Series:
  • Arithmetic and geometric progressions.
  • Sum of finite and infinite series.
• Calculus:
  • Differentiation: Tangents, normals, rates of change, and optimisation problems.
  • Integration: Definite and indefinite integrals, area under a curve, and differential equations.
• Trigonometry:
  • Trigonometric identities, equations, and the use of radians.
• Exponentials and Logarithms:
  • Exponential growth and decay models.
  • Logarithmic laws and their applications in solving equations.
• Proof:
  • Methods such as contradiction and induction.
• Numerical Methods:
  • Finding approximate solutions to equations.
• Vectors:
  • Understanding vectors in 2D and 3D and their applications in geometry.

2. Statistics

Statistics emphasises data analysis, probability, and the interpretation of real-world contexts.

• Statistical Sampling:
  • Methods of sampling and their applications.
  • Representativeness and bias in samples.
• Data Presentation and Interpretation:
  • Use of histograms, box plots, and scatter diagrams.
  • Measures of central tendency (mean, median) and dispersion (variance, standard deviation).
• Probability:
  • Independent and dependent events.
  • Conditional probability and tree diagrams.
• Statistical Distributions:
  • Binomial and Normal distributions.
  • Fitting data to models and using probability distributions.
• Hypothesis Testing:
  • Testing for population means and proportions using sample data.

3. Mechanics

Mechanics focuses on modelling physical systems using mathematical techniques.

• Kinematics:
  • Motion in a straight line and under uniform acceleration.
  • Use of displacement-time and velocity-time graphs.
• Forces and Newton’s Laws:
  • Application of Newton’s laws to solve problems involving forces.
• Friction:
  • Modelling forces due to friction in real-life scenarios.
• Moments:
  • Understanding turning forces and equilibrium.
• Work, Energy, and Power:
  • Solving problems involving conservation of energy.
  • Work done by forces and power output.

Assessment Structure

The AQA A-level Mathematics exam consists of three two hour papers, all equally weighted:

1. Paper 1: Pure Mathematics (33.3%)
   • Covers all pure mathematics content.
2. Paper 2: Pure Mathematics and Mechanics (33.3%)
   • Tests pure mathematics and mechanics topics.
3. Paper 3: Pure Mathematics and Statistics (33.3%)
   • Assesses pure mathematics and statistics.

Each paper is 2 hours long and contains a mix of problem-solving, modelling, and mathematical reasoning questions.

This syllabus provides a comprehensive foundation in mathematical principles and is excellent preparation for higher education and careers in fields like engineering, physics, economics, and computer science.

Edexcel A-level Maths

The Edexcel A-level Mathematics syllabus is structured to provide a strong foundation in mathematical techniques, reasoning, and problem-solving. It is divided into three main areas: Pure Mathematics, Statistics, and Mechanics. Here’s a detailed summary:

Assessment Structure

The Edexcel A-level Mathematics exam consists of three papers, all equally weighted:

1. Paper 1: Pure Mathematics 1 (33.3%)
   • Covers topics from Pure Mathematics.
2. Paper 2: Pure Mathematics 2 (33.3%)
   • Continues with additional Pure Mathematics content.
3. Paper 3: Statistics and Mechanics (33.3%)
   • Divided into two sections:
     • Section A: Statistics.
     • Section B: Mechanics.

Each paper is 2 hours long and includes a combination of short and long-answer questions focused on mathematical reasoning and problem-solving.

This syllabus ensures students gain robust mathematical skills and prepare for further studies or careers in fields like engineering, economics, physics, and data science.

Our A Level Maths tutors and examiners are well-acquainted with all of the exam boards and are well adept at helping their students to develop depth of mathematical understanding and exam technique. They are very happy to answer any questions you or your child may have.

Is tuition right for your child?

A Level Maths is a well-respected qualification, valued highly by universities and employers. If your child is struggling with the Maths course, or finds elements of the syllabus difficult, private tuition could be transformative. Our A Level Maths tutors have guided hundreds of students through this critical stage of their school career, and can equip your child with the tools and confidence they need to shine in their exams.

If your child is an enthusiastic mathematician, and keen to pursue further study, our tutors can also be of help. Always keen to nurture talent, our A Level tutors expand students’ mathematical knowledge, preparing them for what they will meet at university.

A Levels determine what students do next. How your child performs will dictate the university they go to and may influence their career choices. At Hampstead and Frognal Tutors, we set our students on course for success and wish them the brightest of futures.