U-Maths, the University Maths Schools Network, exists to facilitate the success of the maths school programme in England.
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Great to see the release of RoME 2026 from The Observatory for Mathematical Education 👏
nottingham.ac.uk/observatory…
There’s plenty to explore, but we were particularly interested in the A level section, which compares teaching approaches in University Maths Schools with those in other schools and sixth form colleges.
Two insights stood out:
- More collaboration and choice: Maths School teachers reported three times as much lesson time on pair or group work (30% vs 10%, median). Students also had more choice of task level or opportunities for extension.
- Greater use of digital technology: student tablets or computers featured in 84% of Maths School lessons surveyed. Textbooks were rarely used, compared with around half of lessons in other schools and colleges.
It’s exciting to see research exploring what mathematics teaching looks like across different settings, including the collaborative approaches used within Maths Schools.
Thank you to the Observatory team for this valuable contribution to understanding mathematics education across England.
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The work of University Maths Schools extends well beyond their sixth-form classrooms - and there’s much to celebrate 👏
In 2024-25, outreach across the network reached more than 10,000 young people, creating opportunities to explore mathematics, deepen their understanding and take their interest further.
We’re pleased to share a new report commissioned by U-Maths from the @ObserveMathsEd at the @UniofNottingham, evaluating a range of established University Maths Schools’ outreach programmes for students aged 11-16.
The results are striking.
Across programmes designed to enhance GCSE Mathematics outcomes, participants achieved between half and one grade higher on average than matched students with similar educational and demographic characteristics.
Participants were also significantly more likely than their matched counterparts to go on to study A level Further Mathematics, with differences typically around 15 percentage points.
These are very encouraging findings for outreach teams across the network - and for the thousands of young people who take part in their programmes.
The researchers are rightly careful about what can be concluded. The analysis controls for a wide range of differences between participants and comparison students, but factors that cannot be captured in national data - such as motivation and engagement -may also play a part.
That makes this strong evidence of association rather than definitive proof of causation. It also gives us a platform to build from: improving how we gather evidence, understanding more about what works, and extending high-quality mathematical opportunities to more young people as the University Maths Schools network grows.
Read the full report,here: nottingham.ac.uk/observatory…
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The University Maths School Network retweeted
Great to see @UMathsNetwork calling for more maths free schools.
"The evidence now supports the next phase of growth: opening more university maths schools and extending this specialist provision to many more young people"
@theNSN stands ready to help make it happen.
Some brilliant next steps for University Maths School students 👏
A recent feature in @thetimes highlighted a number of high-achieving Maths School students choosing degree apprenticeships and company-sponsored degrees alongside more traditional university routes.
Students from Surrey Maths School, @LUSoM_ and @kingsmathschool are heading to @Dyson, @RollsRoyceGroup, @BAESystemsInc and @DeutscheBank – in some cases choosing these routes over offers from universities including Imperial, UCL, King’s, Warwick, Manchester and Durham.
The reasons behind their choices are varied: the opportunity to combine academic study with substantial professional experience; greater job security after graduation; earning while studying; and graduating without tuition-fee debt.
The article also looks beyond this year’s leavers, featuring King’s Maths School alumnus Eito, who went on to study Computer Science at The @UniofOxford and is now founder and CEO of AI security company Sealgate.
Together, their stories offer a brilliant snapshot of the breadth of destinations open to Maths School students - and the different ways they are choosing to use their mathematics beyond sixth form.
U-Maths CEO Dan Abramson also reflected on the wider picture:
"University maths schools have high demand, exceptional results and impressive onward destinations. Current and planned provision will offer places to only around 1,000 new students each year, while young people in many parts of the country remain beyond easy travelling distance of a school. The evidence now supports the next phase of growth: opening more university maths schools and extending this specialist provision to many more young people"
A great spotlight on Maths School students and alumni - and on where a strong mathematical education can take them.
Read the full article, here: thetimes.com/uk/education/ar…
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Some brilliant next steps for University Maths School students 👏
A recent feature in @thetimes highlighted a number of high-achieving Maths School students choosing degree apprenticeships and company-sponsored degrees alongside more traditional university routes.
Students from Surrey Maths School, @LUSoM_ and @kingsmathschool are heading to @Dyson, @RollsRoyceGroup, @BAESystemsInc and @DeutscheBank – in some cases choosing these routes over offers from universities including Imperial, UCL, King’s, Warwick, Manchester and Durham.
The reasons behind their choices are varied: the opportunity to combine academic study with substantial professional experience; greater job security after graduation; earning while studying; and graduating without tuition-fee debt.
The article also looks beyond this year’s leavers, featuring King’s Maths School alumnus Eito, who went on to study Computer Science at The @UniofOxford and is now founder and CEO of AI security company Sealgate.
Together, their stories offer a brilliant snapshot of the breadth of destinations open to Maths School students - and the different ways they are choosing to use their mathematics beyond sixth form.
U-Maths CEO Dan Abramson also reflected on the wider picture:
"University maths schools have high demand, exceptional results and impressive onward destinations. Current and planned provision will offer places to only around 1,000 new students each year, while young people in many parts of the country remain beyond easy travelling distance of a school. The evidence now supports the next phase of growth: opening more university maths schools and extending this specialist provision to many more young people"
A great spotlight on Maths School students and alumni - and on where a strong mathematical education can take them.
Read the full article, here: thetimes.com/uk/education/ar…
#UMaths #UniversityMathsSchoolsNetwork #MathsSchool #MathsEducation
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A huge congratulations to students across University Maths Schools on an exceptional set of A Level results! 🎉
More than 500 students across six regions received their results this year, with 74% of all grades at A*/A and an A as the average grade across all entries.
University Maths Schools also took three of the top five places nationally for the proportion of A* grades in @thetimes A Level league table, while 1 in 8 students secured a place at @UniofOxford or @Cambridge_Uni
A special congratulations to Surrey Maths School on their first ever set of results, placing them first in the region for both average point score and the proportion of students achieving AAB+.
A brilliant set of results across the network - huge congratulations to all the students and staff who made them possible 👏
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A huge congratulations to everyone receiving their results today!
We hope you’re proud of everything you’ve achieved and all the hard work that’s brought you to this point.
Wishing students across the University Maths Schools Network the very best for whatever comes next 💚
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There isn't one route into a career that uses mathematics - and that was one of the key messages students took away from the first U-Maths Futures North Careers Event @LancasterUni
Held as part of this year's U-Maths Student Conference, the event brought together professionals and alumni to share their experiences through a careers panel, interactive workshops and an inspiring keynote from @Aoife_Hunt
Students particularly valued hearing about different career journeys, learning more about university and degree apprenticeship pathways, and seeing how mathematics is applied in fields ranging from finance to crowd modelling. Many also highlighted the opportunity to ask questions and hear honest reflections from people working across a range of sectors.
A huge thank you to our panellists, workshop facilitators, keynote speaker and everyone who gave their time to support the event. By sharing your experiences so openly, you helped students better understand the breadth of opportunities available to them.
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Alongside this year's Student Conference, we were delighted to host the inaugural U-Maths Futures South Careers Event at King's College London.
The event brought together employers, professionals, universities and U-Maths alumni, giving students the opportunity to explore the wide range of careers and pathways where mathematical skills are valued through employer conversations, interactive workshops and an inspiring keynote from @eugenievt
The feedback was overwhelmingly positive:
📈 85% of students reported a better understanding of mathematical career pathways
💬 Conversations with employers, professionals and alumni were consistently highlighted as one of the most valuable aspects of the day
✨ Many students also said they discovered careers they hadn't previously considered
One of the real highlights was seeing so many U-Maths alumni return to share their experiences. From university study and degree apprenticeships to careers across a range of industries, they offered honest advice, relatable insights and a powerful reminder of the opportunities that lie ahead for current students.
A huge thank you to all of our exhibitors, speakers, workshop leaders, alumni, volunteers and school staff who gave their time and expertise to help students explore the many opportunities that mathematics can offer.
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We're looking back on an incredible three days at this year's inaugural U-Maths Student Conference.
Around 200 students from nine University Maths Schools came together at Lancaster University for three days of mathematical enrichment, inspiring keynote talks, university experiences and the opportunity to connect with like-minded peers from across the country.
The feedback speaks for itself:
⭐ 97% of students reported an overall positive experience.
⭐ 94% said they would recommend the conference to another student.
Students particularly valued meeting peers from other University Maths Schools, hearing from inspiring speakers and exploring new areas of mathematics in a collaborative and supportive environment.
As the first event of its kind, the Student Conference marked an exciting milestone for the U-Maths network, creating new opportunities for students to learn from one another and experience being part of a national community.
A huge thank you to @LancasterUni, @LUSoM_ , our speakers, workshop leaders, volunteers and the many staff from across the network who made the conference such a memorable experience.
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Earlier this month, 12 female students from across the U-Maths network visited Hg's London office for an inspiring day exploring careers in technology investment, AI and private equity.
Throughout the day, students:
💡 Heard from senior women across Hg as they shared their career journeys and advice
🤖 Worked alongside Hg volunteers in an AI design challenge, developing and pitching innovative product ideas
🤝 Networked with professionals from across the firm over lunch, learning more about careers, university and opportunities in the technology sector
Experiences like these help students understand the breadth of careers that value mathematical thinking, while building confidence and making connections with people working in the industry.
A huge thank you to Hg and @TheHgFoundatio1 for hosting such an engaging day, to the many volunteers who gave their time, and to the staff who supported students to attend.
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📢 We're hiring at U-Maths!
We're looking for two new colleagues to join our small, ambitious team and help strengthen the national network of University Maths Schools.
📊 Data + Insights Manager
Lead our work to develop shared data systems, analyse national data and help U-Maths make better decisions.
🤝 Careers + Employer Partnerships Manager
Build employer partnerships, develop careers intelligence and create opportunities that help more young people understand where mathematics can take them.
Both roles offer the opportunity to work nationally with University Maths Schools, universities, employers and partners to help advance excellence and equity in mathematics education.
🏡 Home-based (with monthly team meetings in London)
💷 £44-47K FTE
📅 Applications close: 09:00, Monday 10 August 2026
If you're excited by meaningful work, enjoy taking ownership, and want to help create more opportunities for young people with an affinity for mathematics, we'd love to hear from you.
Find out more and apply: umaths.ac.uk/work-with-us/
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The University Maths School Network retweeted
Thank you @JaneStreetGroup for hosting us this week, alongside @AUMathsSchool, @ICLMathsSchool and @UMathsNetwork. We had a brilliant time!
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Congratulations to @CamMathsSchool, the first FE provider to be judged exceptional in all areas by @Ofstednews
The report recognises the school’s ambitious curriculum, which extends well beyond A Levels through substantive research projects and advanced mathematical problem-solving.
It also highlights a deeply inclusive community where diversity is celebrated, and the school’s extensive outreach work to promote excellence in mathematics across the region.
A brilliant recognition of the work of the whole CMS community!
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📢 CALLING ALL STEM EMPLOYERS
We’re inviting organisations working across maths, data, computing, engineering, finance, AI, research, and technology to join us at U-Maths Futures 2026.
📍South: 7 July 2026 | King’s College London
📍North: 8 July 2026 | Lancaster University
Each event will bring together 200+ high-attaining students from University Maths Schools across England - among the highest-performing and most inclusive state schools in the country.
This is an opportunity to raise awareness of your organisation, share insight into careers in your sector, and connect with students considering future pathways in STEM.
📩 Interested in getting involved? Send us a direct message or email Sophie: sophie.brown@umaths.ac.uk
Please share with any STEM employers who may be interested.
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A brilliant day bringing the U-Maths Network together @conferenceaston for our 2026 Network Day.
From shaping our emerging mission and strategy to 2030, to exploring the role of University Maths Schools in the wider maths education landscape, the morning was packed with thoughtful discussion and insight.
The afternoon saw our AGM alongside a series of spotlight updates - including the revised national curriculum, progress on new Maths Schools in Durham and Nottingham, and reflections on the evolving Ofsted framework - before closing with a shared conversation on priorities and next steps.
Thank you to all our speakers, panellists and colleagues across the network for such an engaging and forward-looking day.
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