SchoolsWithSumit: Maths Challenges

🎙️ Welcome to Schools With Sumit, the podcast that brings clarity to the UK school system and empowers families to make informed choices.

In this episode, we explore the exciting and often overlooked world of Maths Challenges — from early enrichment to Olympiad-level contests.

You’ll learn:

• Why Maths Challenges are a powerful tool for building confidence and curiosity
• A breakdown of the most popular and accessible competitions across age groups
• How these contests connect to university admissions and long-term academic pathways

Whether your child is just starting out or already thriving in Maths, this episode offers practical insights for families looking to enrich their journey.

🔗 Important Links for UCAS Points

• UCAS Tariff Points Calculator
  Quickly check how many points each qualification earns.
  👉 https://www.ucas.com/applying/before-you-apply/what-and-where-to-study/entry-requirements/calculate-your-ucas-tariff-points
• UCAS Points Tables by Qualification
  See how A-levels, BTECs, IB, and others convert into UCAS points.
  👉 https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/student-advice/applying-to-uni/ucas-points

🔗 Important Links for Maths Competitions

• FMC & PMC – First Maths Challenge & Primary Maths Challenge
  👉 primarymathschallenge.org.uk
• JMC / JMO / IMC / SMC – UKMT Competitions
  👉 ukmt.org.uk
• ROXbridge Maths Challenge – No school participation required
  👉 oxbridgeinstitute.co.uk/plus/roxbridge
• International Maths Challenge – No school participation required
  👉 international-maths-challenge.com
• 🔗 Important Links for University Maths Tests
  • MAT – Maths Admissions Test (Oxford)
    👉 maths.ox.ac.uk
  • TMUA – Test...