Our Mission & Values

London Maths & Science College (LMSC) is a British 16–19 STEM college based in London. Our mission is to provide a focused, supportive education in Maths, Sciences, Computing and related disciplines, helping students build strong academic foundations, grow in confidence and progress to meaningful futures.

Students collaborating in a modern classroom at LMSC

Our mission

Our mission is to offer a high-quality British sixth form education that combines academic rigour with clear structure and personalised support.

Teacher supporting a student with STEM work

Master demanding STEM subjects

Help 16–19 year olds build expertise in their chosen disciplines

Build secure foundations

Develop knowledge, skills and study habits for university success

Develop confidence and resilience

Support growth in independence and ability to overcome challenges

Clear pathways to the future

Guide students towards university, training and meaningful careers

Our vision

Our vision is to be recognised as a leading British STEM-focused college for 16–19 year olds — a place where ambitious students from the UK and around the world can access a rigorous British curriculum, taught from London, with expert teachers using evidence-informed practice.

Rigorous curriculum

Ambitious students from the UK and around the world can access a rigorous British curriculum taught from London.

Expert teachers

Teachers are experts in their subjects, using evidence-informed practice to support sustained progress.

University preparation

Families trust that students are being prepared not only for exams, but for university-level study and life beyond.

Safe environment

A calm, respectful environment allows every learner to feel known, safe and able to contribute.

We want LMSC alumni to leave with strong qualifications, a clear sense of direction and the confidence to play an active role in a changing, global society.

Our core values

Our daily decisions — in the classroom, in support, and in communication with families — are guided by six core values.
Excellence
Excellence

We set high expectations for teaching, learning and conduct. Students are supported and challenged to achieve their best, not just to 'get by'.

Integrity
Integrity

We act honestly and professionally, even when it is difficult. Feedback and advice to families are transparent and grounded in what is best for the student.

Innovation
Innovation

We embrace tools and approaches that genuinely improve learning — especially in STEM — while keeping our focus on what works.

Respect
Respect

We treat every member of the LMSC community with courtesy and fairness. Classrooms are calm, purposeful places where learners and staff listen.

Inclusion
Inclusion

We welcome students from a wide range of backgrounds and locations. We work to remove barriers so each learner can access the curriculum.

Resilience
Resilience

We help students understand that challenge and setbacks are part of serious learning. Through support, they learn to persist, adapt and grow.

What our mission & values look like in the classroom

Our mission and values are not just words on a page; they shape how lessons work day to day. In practice, this means creating environments where students thrive and learning is the priority.

Student presenting maths work to peers

Well-planned lessons

Evidence-informed approaches that respect students' time

Small classes

Teachers notice who needs help and adjust accordingly

Clear structure

Consistent expectations around attendance and deadlines

Constructive feedback

Students know where they stand and what to do next

High but humane expectations

We recognise each student's unique circumstances

How we work with students and families

Our mission and values guide how we support students outside the classroom and how we communicate with families.

Reporting & Progress

We share honest, detailed information about progress, including where there are concerns, and we focus on solutions.

Listening & Understanding

We listen carefully to students and families, especially when balancing education with health, family or international circumstances.

Response to Setbacks

We help students respond to setbacks with a clear plan, not panic. Difficult exams become opportunities to learn.

Digital Communication

We use technology to keep families informed and to make it easier for students to access resources and support.

We want every family to feel that LMSC is on their side, working with them to achieve the best outcomes possible.

For international students and families

For families based outside the UK, our mission and values translate into concrete commitments to your success.

  • A British curriculum taught with clarity, patience and high expectations
  • An admissions process that explains British grades, exams and university applications
  • Flexibility in study mode without lowering academic standards
  • Inclusion and respect for students from different educational backgrounds

British Curriculum from London

We see international students not as an add-on, but as an integral part of our community. Your perspective, background and ambitions matter to us.

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Holding ourselves to our mission & values

We expect to be judged — by students, families, staff and partners — on how well we live up to what we say.

📊Regular Review

We regularly review how our policies and practices reflect our values, making adjustments when needed.

📈Data-Driven

We use student and parent feedback, exam results and progression outcomes to check we are on track.

🔄Continuous Improvement

We are willing to adjust when something is not working as intended. Our values guide all decisions.

Our mission and values are a working framework, not a marketing slogan. They guide decisions about curriculum, teaching, admissions, support and the way we grow.

Next steps

See if our mission & values align with your goals

Choosing a college is about more than courses and timetables — it's about finding a place whose values match your own. If LMSC's mission and values resonate with you, we'd be happy to discuss whether our programmes are a good fit for your situation.

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