A-Level Mathematics,
from Pure 1 to A*.
Cambridge International 9709 and Edexcel International A-Level WMA — Pure Maths, Mechanics and Statistics coached by specialists who have taught to Oxbridge, Imperial and Ivy League offer standards for a decade.
The foundation for every STEM degree. Pure Maths, Mechanics and Statistics — the most popular A-Level globally and our flagship department.
A-Level Maths is the grade STEM admissions care about.
A-Level Mathematics 9709 is the most-taken A-Level in the world and the single most important subject for any STEM-bound student. Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial and every top engineering programme require A* in A-Level Maths as a near-universal entry condition. Even non-STEM programmes — from Economics to Medicine — treat a strong Maths grade as a signal of quantitative fluency.
What A* actually demands
The step-up from IGCSE is real. Paper 1 introduces calculus from scratch; Paper 3 adds vectors, differential equations and further trigonometry; Mechanics and Statistics require real-world modelling under time pressure. Most Vietnamese international school students hit a wall somewhere in the first term of AS — and most never recover without dedicated coaching.
How Times Edu is different
Our A-Level Maths department is our largest, staffed entirely by subject specialists — most are former CIE or Edexcel examiners with 10+ years teaching the exact specification your child is sitting. Every lesson is anchored to a real past paper. Every homework is marked to examiner standard. Nothing is left to chance.
The full content we cover in 1:1 lessons.
Every Times Edu Mathematics mentor maps lessons directly to the official syllabus objectives — nothing on the real paper is a surprise.
Pure Mathematics 1
Functions, quadratics, coordinate geometry, differentiation, integration.
Pure Mathematics 3
Further calculus, trigonometry, vectors, differential equations.
Kinematics
Motion in a straight line, variable acceleration, projectiles.
Forces & Newton
Equilibrium, friction, Newton's laws, connected particles.
Data & Probability
Representation of data, probability, permutations and combinations.
Distributions
Discrete random variables, binomial, normal, Poisson distributions.
Proof Writing
Mathematical proof structure for 5- and 6-mark questions.
Exam Technique
Pacing across multiple papers and managing error-checking time.
The papers your child will actually sit.
Knowing what each paper tests — and how it is marked — is half the battle. Here is the full breakdown.
Pure Mathematics 1
Calculus introduction, algebra, trigonometry and coordinate geometry. The AS foundation paper.
Pure Mathematics 3
Advanced calculus, further trig, vectors, differential equations. The A2 capstone paper.
Mechanics
Kinematics, forces, momentum, work and energy. Most popular applied option.
Probability & Statistics 1
Data analysis, probability, binomial and normal distributions.
Why even strong students lose grades here.
These are the three traps we see most often in diagnostic sessions with new A-Level Mathematics students — and every one of them is fixable.
Calculus foundations
Chain rule, product rule, quotient rule — students who are shaky on these in AS never recover in A2. We drill them relentlessly from week 1.
Proof structure
The 5- and 6-mark "prove that" questions punish missing logical steps. Clear mathematical notation is worth 2 marks per question.
Statistics intuition
Students who can mechanically compute a binomial but cannot tell you when to use it lose 15% of the S1 paper. We build the intuition alongside the procedures.
From AS to final A2.
Two A*s in Maths and Further Maths, plus an A in Physics. Imperial College was the goal and Times Edu got us there. Our mentor's past-paper library alone was worth the fee.
What families always ask about Mathematics.
Have a specific question about your child's situation? Book a free 60-minute diagnostic and our specialist will answer every one.
Is A* achievable if my child scored A at IGCSE?
Yes — with planning. The step-up from IGCSE to A-Level is real, and students who achieved an A at IGCSE typically need 10–14 months of focused coaching to consistently reach A* at A-Level. We will map the plan during the free diagnostic.
Should my child take Mechanics or Statistics as the applied option?
Depends on target degree. Engineering and Physics-bound students almost always pick Mechanics. Economics, Psychology and Social Science applicants benefit more from Statistics. We teach both — and will recommend based on your child's university goals.
What is the difference between Cambridge 9709 and Edexcel IAL WMA?
The content overlaps about 85%, but paper structure and marking differ meaningfully. Edexcel modular exams allow retakes between modules; Cambridge is mostly linear. Your child's mentor will be matched to the exact board their school uses.
Do you also teach Further Mathematics?
Yes — we have a dedicated Further Maths programme (9231 / WFM). If your child is targeting Oxbridge STEM or Imperial, we strongly recommend taking Further Maths alongside 9709. Book a diagnostic and we will advise.
Ready to turn A-Level Mathematics into an A*?
Your child's free 60-minute Mathematics diagnostic includes a full topic-by-topic gap analysis, a realistic grade prediction and a personalised roadmap through to final A2. Worth $60 — free for the first 50 families this intake.