Government confirms new programmes within overall AMSP funding of £8.2m annually as part of the government’s Plan for Change. Support will be provided to improve girls’ participation in advanced maths and give them the opportunity to progress into AI-related careers.
DfE funding announcement
Earlier this week, the Department for Education announced £8.2m of funding for the AMSP, including a programme to boost girls’ participation in maths, with the aim of supplying the AI careers pipeline and supporting young people to develop the skills needed for the jobs of tomorrow. More details about how the funding will benefit both schools and teachers can be found in the DfE’s press release.
Changes to the AMSP
The funding announcement confirms the scope of the Advanced Mathematics Support Programme from 1st April 2025. The AMSP will continue to offer a wide range of professional development for teachers of maths, Core Maths and A level resources, Further Mathematics tuition, Work Groups and programmes in conjunction with the NCETM, and support for trainee teachers. More details about these opportunities, and the other areas of the programme can be found on our webpage about changes to the AMSP.
Three new programmes for schools/colleges and students
The recently announced funding means that the AMSP is now able to offer three new programmes designed specifically to support students, and particularly girls and those in schools with high levels of disadvantage, to progress in advanced maths and beyond.
Girls’ Progression to A level Maths
A programme for up to 200 schools where the A level Maths gender gap is wide to address the issue and increase girls’ participation at A level. AMSP Local Leads will work closely with school leaders and maths teams in these schools to develop evidence-informed strategies to increase girls’ participation.
Maths into AI
A programme which aims to raise awareness and understanding of AI and related areas such as data modelling and its applications for teachers of Level 3 maths and computing, and equip them to promote AI careers to their students. Students will also have chance to learn directly about the role of maths and statistics in AI and machine learning. This opportunity will support up to 360 teachers and 450 students.
Higher Level Maths Achievement Programme
A programme to address the fact that, compared with their peers, a far lower proportion of disadvantaged students who do well in maths at KS2 go on to secure grades 7-9 in GCSE Mathematics. 400 schools will benefit from professional development to help teachers inspire students and teach demanding GCSE content with confidence, and student activities focused on mastering demanding topics and developing mathematical problem-solving skills.