Knowing what is important
Parents are such an important part of our lively, tight-knit community. We rely on their support in helping students get the most out of our fun but demanding routine and prepare for a more independent life at University.
Look out for our regular Parents’ Forums, for the regular Progress Meetings and for our termly Parents’ Newsletter.
Related pages
Parent Updates
Regular updates which are emailed to parents throughout the year are also available to view here.
Parent Updates 2025/26
Parent Updates 2024/25
Parent Updates 2023/24
Parent Updates 2022/23
Parent Updates 2021/22
Dates For Your Diary
Term Dates 2025/26
All dates are inclusive. Monday 1st September is for Year 12 only, Year 13 begin on Wednesday 3rd September.
| Term | First Day | Last Day |
|---|---|---|
| Pre term (Staff only) | Thursday 14th August | Friday 29th August |
| Autumn Term 2025 | Tuesday 25 November | 1700-1800 |
| 1st half | Monday 1st September | Friday 24th October |
| half-term break | Monday 27th October | Friday 31st October |
| Autumn 2025 | Tuesday 02 June | 1700-1800 |
| 2nd half | Monday 3rd November | Friday 19th December |
| Pre term (Staff and Exeter College lessons only) | Monday 5th January | Tuesday 6th January |
| Spring 2026 | ||
| 1st half | Wednesday 7th January | Friday 13th February |
| half-term break | Monday 16th February | Friday 20th February |
| Spring 2026 | ||
| 2nd half | Monday 23rd February | Thursday 2nd April |
| Pre term (Staff and Exeter College lessons only) | Monday 20th April | Monday 20th April |
| Summer 2026 | ||
| 1st half | Tuesday 21st April | Friday 22nd May |
| half-term break | Monday 25th May | Friday 29th May |
| Summer 2026 | ||
| 2nd half | Monday 1st June | Wednesday 8th July |
| INSET (Staff only) | Thursday 9th July | Friday 10th July |
Term Dates 2026/27
All dates are inclusive. Tuesday 1st September is for Year 12 only, Year 13 begin on Thursday 3rd September.
| Term | First Day | Last Day |
|---|---|---|
| Pre term (Staff only) | Thursday 13th August | Friday 28th August |
| Autumn Term 2026 1st half | Tuesday 1st September | Friday 23rd October |
| half-term break | Monday 26th October | Friday 30th October |
| Autumn 2026 2nd half | Monday 2nd November | Friday 18th December |
| Pre term (Staff and Exeter College lessons only) | Monday 4th January | Tuesday 5th January |
| Spring 2027 1st half | Wednesday 7th January | Friday 13th February |
| half-term break | Monday 15th February | Friday 19th February |
| Spring 2027 2nd half | Monday 22nd February | Thursday 25th March |
| Pre term (Staff and Exeter College lessons only) | Monday 12th April | Monday 12th April |
| Summer 2027 1st half | Tuesday 13th April | Friday 28th May |
| half-term break | Monday 31st May | Friday 4th June |
| Summer 2027 2nd half | Monday 1st June | Wednesday 8th July |
| Post-term (Staff only) | Thursday 8th July | Friday 9th July |
Parent Events 2025/26
| Date | Time | Yr | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 22 Sep | 1700 to 1800 | 12 | First impressions parents meeting | Hear about the term so far, meet your son/daughter's form tutor and other parents, provide feedback and ask general questions |
| Fri 26 Sep | 1500 to 1600 | 12 | First impressions parents meeting | An alternative date (see above description) |
| Mon 10 Nov | 1500 to 2000 with a break at 1730 | 12 | Parent, student, teacher meetings | A series of meetings to review progress and targets |
| Mon 8 Dec | 1500 to 2000 with a break at 1730 | 13 | Parent, student, teacher meetings | A series of meetings to review progress and targets |
| Tues 16 Dec | 1230 to 1630 | All | Yr12 Christmas Lectures | A highlight of the year. The presentation of EMC academic projects. |
| Mon 2 Feb | 1800 to 2000 | All | EMS Festival of Culture | In partnership with Exeter College Reach Academy - a showcase of cultures, hobbies and talents through performances, workshops and exhibition stands. |
| Thurs 5 Mar | TBC - throughout the day | All | Yr13 EMC Conference | Another highlight of the year. Presentations and posters showcasing the final EMC projects. |
| Mon 9 Mar | 1500 to 2000 with a break at 1730 | 12 | Parent, student, teacher meetings | A series of meetings to review progress and targets |
| Thurs 30 April | 1700 to 1800 | 12 | UCAS Parent Information Event - remote | An explanation of the university admissions process. Online event. |
| Mon 22 June | 1615 to 1815 | 13 | EMC and Curriculum X Celebration | A get together to celebrate the achievements of year 13 and to award certificates |
| Tues 7 and Weds 8 July | Individual appointments | 12 | End of year review with Tutors. | Post assessment review of the year's progress, target setting for the year ahead and receive UCAS predicted grades. |
Internal Assessment Dates 2025/26
Year 12 Internal assessments will take place during normal lesson times in the weeks commencing 6 October and 2 February with their end of year internal assessments from Tuesday 16 June to Thursday 18 June.
Year 13 Internal Assessments will take place during the week commencing 10 November. Mock examinations will take place during the weeks commencing 23 March and 30 March.
External Examinations
Candidate Information 2024/2025
Summer Exams Timetable 2024/2025
Morning exams start 9am and afternoon exams start 1pm
STEP Exam Dates – start 9am
- Step 2 – 4th June 2026
- Step 3 – 10th June 2026
Contingency Exam Days
Students must be available to come into school as requested:
- 26th June 2026 – All day
Results Day
- 13th August 2026 at 10 – 12pm
Review of Results Procedure –TBC
Homework
Students can expect to receive one piece of homework per week per A-level, with each piece taking 2 hours to complete. They will also complete work towards EMC projects, this should take an average of 2 hours per week.
The homework set at EMS is structured to enable students to spend their 2 hours in the most constructive manner for them. A typical homework task has 3 sections:
Section A is optional – this covers basic skills and knowledge. Students should decide for themselves if completing this section is a productive use of their time.
Section B is compulsory – this covers typical examination questions. It is marked, usually by teachers, and feedback is used to inform students and set targets.
Section C is optional – this includes wider reading, challenging problems and broader content than usually covered in A-levels. Students are encouraged to complete this section if they have comfortably completed section B in less than 2 hours.
Students have timetabled lessons for the collection of homework during which feedback will be given. In addition to the homework set at EMS, students should expect to receive regular tasks from their College lecturers.
Year 12 Homework Timetable
Each week, students will be set:
- One piece of “Maths Alpha” homework
- One piece of “Maths Beta” homework
- One piece of Physics and/or Computer Science homework
Year 13 Homework Timetable
Each fortnight, students will be set:
- Two pieces of “Maths S” homework
- Two pieces of Physics and/or Computer Science homework
- Two pieces of additional maths homework, one from any two of the following: Mechanics, Statistics and either Extra Pure or Numerical Methods (subjects are rotated throughout the year)
Overall Homework Timetable 2025/26
This document provides the due dates of homework for EMS subjects: Homework Timetable 2025-26 with Applied
Absence Request Form
If students require an authorised absence from school, they must complete and electronic absence request form which they are able to access via Microsoft Teams. Submitting the form does not automatically result in authorisation; once submitted, students will need to wait to hear the outcome of their request. Each request is considered on its own merits and in light of the student’s attendance and progress.
Authorisation is typically given for:
- Educational visits such as attending University open days
- Medical appointments that are not able to be moved such as hospital procedures
Authorisation is not typically given for:
- Family holidays
- Routine medical appointments
- Interviews for weekend or holiday work
Frequently Asked Questions
School Uniform
Exeter Maths School does not have a school uniform and students are given the freedom to wear clothes that they feel comfortable in. We do however expect students to dress in a way that society deems appropriate and not in an indecent or offensive way.
Ofsted, Results and Destinations
Information on the latest A-level results, student destinations and Ofsted inspection can found at the following link – Ofsted, Results and Destinations.
Timetable
The school is open to students every weekday from 0800 to 1730 (1715 Mondays and 1615 on Fridays).
Lessons start at 1045 on Mondays and end at 1415 on Fridays.
Lesson times and lunch times vary each day so please refer to the timetable grid below for further information. Please note all lessons in pink are optional.
