Pearson Edexcel International A Level Mathematics YMA01: online tutoring

One-to-one lessons for Pearson Edexcel International A Level Mathematics, planned around your child’s exam date, with homework and examiner-style marking.

The exam at a glance

Syllabus
First taught September 2018
Grades
IAS a to e; IAL A* to E
Routes
IAS (first half) on its own, or the full International A Level
Exam series
January, June, October

Facts from the board’s own syllabus: official document. Always confirm your child’s entry with the school.

Allowed pairs of applied units are listed in the specification; check them with the school before entry.

Assessment for Pearson Edexcel International A Level Mathematics YMA01
PaperRouteTimeMarksWeighting
P1 Pure Mathematics 1IAS1 hour 30 minutes7533⅓% of IAS, 16⅔% of IAL
P2 Pure Mathematics 2IAS1 hour 30 minutes7533⅓% of IAS, 16⅔% of IAL
M1, S1 or D1One applied unitIAS1 hour 30 minutes7533⅓% of IAS, 16⅔% of IAL
P3 Pure Mathematics 3IAL1 hour 30 minutes7516⅔% of IAL
P4 Pure Mathematics 4IAL1 hour 30 minutes7516⅔% of IAL
Second applied unitFor example M2, S2 or another of M1, S1, D1IAL1 hour 30 minutes7516⅔% of IAL

How we teach YMA01

Each topic starts from the idea, then worked examples written step by step, then questions in the style of Pearson Edexcel International A Level Mathematics.

We teach the exact methods the mark scheme rewards and show where method marks are earned even when the final answer slips.

Timed practice on both calculator and non-calculator style papers, so speed and accuracy improve together.

Where students usually lose marks

  • Algebraic manipulation and rearranging
  • Problem-solving questions with several steps
  • Graphs and functions
  • Geometry proofs and reasoning

“The paper reviews showed exactly where marks were being lost in O Level Maths and Chemistry, and what to do about it. We had a great experience with Apex Academic.”

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Questions parents ask

Do you teach the current Pearson Edexcel International A Level Mathematics syllabus?

Yes. Lessons follow the board’s current syllabus (First taught September 2018). We check the specification before planning a course, and we tell you if anything changes.

Which route or tier should my child take?

The options are: IAS (first half) on its own, or the full International A Level. After the free demo we look at your child’s work and the target grade, and suggest the right one with the school.

Can you help close to the exam?

Yes. Exam-season courses focus on timed practice, the topics that lose the most marks, and marking every paper like the real exam.

Start YMA01 lessons with a free demo

Book a free 60-minute one-to-one lesson. You choose the topic; we show you the notes, the practice and how the work is marked.

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