How We Teach STEM

At London Maths & Science College (LMSC), we combine the rigour of the British curriculum with clear explanations, small classes and modern tools. Our goal is simple: to help 16-19 year olds truly understand Maths, Sciences, Computing and related subjects — and use that understanding to progress to strong universities and future-focused careers.

Our approach to teaching STEM

STEM subjects demand more than memorising formulas. Students need secure foundations, time to practise, and the confidence to tackle unfamiliar problems.

At LMSC, we teach STEM through:

  • Clear, step-by-step explanations that connect ideas, not just deliver answers.
  • Lots of guided practice with feedback, so methods become secure.
  • Real exam-style questions from early on, so nothing in the final papers feels 'new'.
  • An emphasis on understanding — why a method works, not only how to apply it.

British A Level & GCSE curriculum

Small, focused classes

Live teaching in every mode

Structured practice and assessment

Four principles that shape every STEM lesson

1

Clarity first

We break complex ideas into manageable steps, using examples, diagrams and questions to check understanding at each stage.

2

Practice with purpose

Students practise new skills in a sequence — from straightforward questions to exam-standard and problem-solving tasks.

3

Feedback you can act on

We give specific, actionable feedback so students know exactly what went wrong and how to improve.

4

Stretch with support

We offer challenging questions and extension work, but always with support available, so students grow without feeling lost.

British STEM curriculum, carefully sequenced

Our schemes of work follow the British A Level and GCSE specifications, but they are more than checklists of topics. We sequence learning so that each idea prepares the ground for the next, and we revisit key skills throughout the year.

  • Long-term plans for each subject (Maths, Further Maths, Sciences, Computing, Economics, Business).
  • Clear term-by-term and week-by-week objectives.
  • Built-in time for consolidation, revision and exam preparation.

Subjects we teach

  • Mathematics & Further Mathematics
  • Physics, Chemistry, Biology
  • Computer Science & Computing pathways
  • Economics & Business

How we teach: in person, online and hybrid

LMSC offers three teaching modes to fit different circumstances. In every mode, teaching is live, interactive and structured around the same high standards.

In-person classes

  • Face-to-face teaching in small groups.
  • Instant feedback, immediate questions, collaborative problem-solving.
  • Ideal for students who prefer a traditional classroom environment.

Online classes

  • Live lessons via video link, using whiteboards, screen-sharing and breakout rooms.
  • Same structure and rigour as in-person teaching, accessible from anywhere.
  • Suits students who need flexibility or live further away.

Hybrid model

  • A mix of in-person and online sessions.
  • Flexibility to attend some lessons on site and others remotely.
  • Useful for students balancing other commitments.

Assessment, feedback and keeping progress on track

Regular, low-stakes assessments help us — and students — see where they are and what needs attention.

  • Quick checks and quizzes: Short retrieval tasks in lessons to reinforce memory.
  • End-of-topic tests: Formal checks after completing a unit, with detailed feedback.
  • Mock exams: Full-length practice papers under exam conditions, marked to exam board standards.
  • Progress reports: Regular updates for students and parents on strengths, gaps and next steps.
Assessment and feedback

Helping students become independent learners

Our aim is not just to teach STEM content, but to help students develop the habits and skills to learn independently — essential for university and beyond.

Planning and goal-setting

We encourage students to set short-term targets for each topic and review their progress regularly.

Self-assessment and reflection

Students check their own answers, identify mistakes and understand why errors happened.

Using resources effectively

We show students how to use textbooks, online tools, past papers and mark schemes to study outside lessons.

Building resilience

STEM can be tough. We normalise mistakes as part of learning and help students persist when problems feel difficult.

Next steps

See our teaching in action

The best way to understand how we teach STEM is to see it. You can book a short consultation, arrange to attend a taster lesson (where available), or speak directly with a member of our academic team.
Student learning