Bede’s Prep School is celebrating the exceptional achievements for 16 of last year’s Year 8 pupils who completed the Edexcel Level 2 Award in Algebra.
In a significant academic milestone for the school, 16 pupils successfully passed the rigorous examination – marking the very first cohort from the Prep School to sit this high-level qualification.
The Edexcel Level 2 Award is designed to stretch mathematically gifted pupils, covering complex algebraic content typically reserved for GCSE study in Years 10 and 11. While many schools deliver this curriculum over a two-year period, this group of Bede’s pupils mastered the syllabus in just one academic year, demonstrating remarkable dedication to their studies.
The results were headlined by a standout performance from pupil Charlie, who achieved a near perfect score of 78/80.
The introduction of the Level 2 Algebra Award at the Prep School level reflects Bede’s commitment to academic ambition and personalised learning. By tackling topics such as quadric equations, inequalities and advanced formulae early, these pupils have built a strong foundation for their future GCSE and A-Level studies.
Shamara Brown, Head of Maths at Bede’s Prep, commented, “I am incredibly proud of this cohort. They approached every challenge with enthusiasm and a ‘can-do’ attitude. To see Year 8 pupils tackling GCSE-level content with such confidence – and completing the syllabus in half the usual time – is a testament to their hard work. We look forward to entering future cohorts for this advanced qualification.”
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