At SuMS we recognise that for many people there is more than one career that could be a great fit. Many people progress through several careers in their working life, valuing the varied experiences, challenges and opportunities that this brings. We would like our students to be comfortable with the idea of evolving throughout their careers, and not feel that they have to get it right from day one. Following their passions will lead them to the 'right' career(s).

We also recognise that for many of our students the career that suits them best may not exist yet! So we believe that it is important to equip our students to be flexible and innovative – not only to fit in with the labour and skills market as it stands but to support innovation and new, emerging industries. 

Our curriculum is designed to achieve that, not just through our A Levels qualifications but also through the wider personal development of our students. Our A Level courses will provide qualifications that are forecast to be in high demand. Led by Mr George (Lead Teacher of Future Pathways) our enrichment programme, engagement with the University of Surrey and regional industries, will support students with the development of complementary skills. From industry placements within the SuMS Project Qualification to developing problem solving skills in readiness for university entrance tests through regular exposure to stimulating problems in regular lessons and problem solving classes, we always have an eye on our students’ next steps. Each student's tutor supports them with their academic journey through SuMS and on to the next stage of their education and future careers. 

Our careers guidance naturally has a STEM focus. Almost all of our students will continue on to higher education, either immediately or following a Gap Year. Our guidance, however, is not all about university progression – it is focused on enabling students to continue to do what they enjoy, wherever that takes them. In addition to the more academic institutions, we will support students who are moving on to a wide variety of further studies, degree apprenticeships, the armed services, gap years or entering the world of work immediately. Students from across the network of Maths Schools have gone on to study at some of the most prestigious universities and secured employment in a wide variety of roles. A significant number have also progressed to post-graduate study in both Masters and PhD programmes.

Further information is available from Mr George (Lead Teacher of Future Pathways) - please reach him by emailing info@surreymathsschool.co.uk or calling us on 01483 974211. 

Our Careers Policy incorporating our Provider Access Policy (setting out the school’s arrangements for managing the access of providers to pupils at the school) can be found here.