We invite anyone who is sitting the higher tier GCSE mathematics paper and interested in studying mathematics and further mathematics at A-level, to apply to study at CMS. It’s easy to apply, you just need to complete the application form below.
You can read our full admission policy here. The admissions deadline for September 2025 entry is January 14th 2025.
Applications for September 2025
1. Apply
From the 17th of October, there will be a link on the CMS website for applications.
You’ll also need to send us your predicted grades.
2. Aptitude Test
Aptitude tests will take place around the end of January or the start of February.
If you pass the aptitude test you’ll be invited to an interview.
3. Interview
Interviews will be held in February and March. In the interview, we’ll ask you to solve a problem with the guidance of a teacher and talk to you about why you want to study with us.
4. Conditional Offer
That the conditional offers will be based on students achieving
- Seven GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including GCSE Maths grade 8 or 9
- GCSE Combined Science 8-8 or higher or separate science grade 8 or higher in the subject they wish to study.
- GCSE English grade 5 or higher
5. Firm Offer
We will send out firm offers after results are confirmed in August.
CMS Aptitude Test
What does the test involve?
Our admissions aptitude test is designed to test your mathematical thinking, rather than just the depth of your knowledge. It will only cover GCSE Mathematics content. The full content can be found on the specification. We have produced a specimen paper in advance to help you prepare. You can find this below.
We encourage you to familiarise yourself with the specimen paper before the aptitude test.
- Specimen Paper Question Paper 1
- Specimen Paper Answer Grid 1
- Specimen Paper Mark Scheme 1
- Specimen Paper Question Paper 2
- Specimen Paper Answer Grid 2
- Specimen Paper Mark Scheme 2
Our admissions test for September 2025 entry will take place on 8th February 2025.
- Please note: Student scripts from the Aptitude Test will be kept for 3 months from when offers are made and at least until the end of June of that academic year.
