Welcome to Next Step Maths
NextStepMaths.com is a platform I created to support ambitious students in mastering university mathematics admissions tests and excelling in A Level Maths and Further Maths. I’m Nicole Taylor, a Mathematics graduate from the University of Cambridge, and my goal is to provide the ultimate resource hub for students preparing for exams such as:
- Sixth Term Examination Paper (STEP)
- Mathematics Admissions Test (MAT)
- Test of Mathematics for University Admission (TMUA)
Whether you’re aiming for an A or A* at A Level or preparing for university entrance exams, I have developed a range of high-quality resources to guide your studies. Below, you’ll find a summary of the invaluable materials available to help you achieve your goals.
1:1 Tuition
I am a Mathematics graduate from the University of Cambridge and an experienced online maths tutor, specialising in university admissions tests (STEP, MAT, TMUA) and Oxbridge interview preparation. I also provide expert tuition in A Level Maths and Further Maths, helping students refine their skills, build confidence, and achieve top grades.
Since 2019, I’ve supported hundreds of students worldwide in securing Oxbridge offers and excelling in their admissions tests and A Levels. My personalised approach tailors lessons to each student’s strengths and areas for improvement, ensuring they reach their full potential.
Navigating university admissions tests and interviews can be challenging, but with the right preparation, success is within reach. Whether you need to strengthen problem-solving skills, develop mathematical intuition, or refine your interview technique, I can guide you every step of the way.
STEP Resources
STEP FAQs – Answers to common questions and key information you need to know before sitting your STEP exams.
STEP Questions and Solutions Database – Two databases (STEP 2 & STEP 3) with links to questions, mark schemes, and examiner comments (where available), categorised by topic and mapped to the new spec papers.
STEP Questions By Topic – Searchable databases organising every STEP question (1998-2020) by topic, allowing targeted practice for mastery of each area.
STEP Papers and Solutions – A complete archive of STEP 2 and STEP 3 papers from 1998-2000.
How To Prepare For STEP – A comprehensive guide I’ve written on effective STEP preparation, including key revision strategies and useful resources from my own experience.
TMUA Resources
TMUA FAQs – Comprehensive answers to frequently asked questions, covering essential details about the TMUA exam format, scoring and, and registration process. This resource ensures you have a clear understanding of what to expect and how to prepare effectively before sitting your TMUA exam.
TMUA Papers and Solutions – A complete archive of TMUA papers from 2016-2023, along with worked solutions, answer keys and answer sheets.
How To Prepare For TMUA – A detailed guide on effective TMUA preparation, featuring key revision strategies and valuable resources drawn from my own experience to help you approach the exam with confidence and excel.
MAT Resources
MAT FAQs – Comprehensive answers to frequently asked questions, covering essential details about the MAT exam format, scoring and content assessed. This resource ensures you have a clear understanding of what to expect and how to prepare effectively before sitting your MAT exam.
MAT Papers and Solutions – A complete archive of MAT papers from 2007-2023, along with worked solutions, feedback and average scores of candidates.
How To Prepare For MAT – A detailed guide on effective MAT preparation, featuring key revision strategies and valuable resources drawn from my own experience to help you approach the exam with confidence and excel.
A Level Maths
I have created searchable tables for each exam board, providing convenient access to sample papers, past papers, and essential resources such as answer booklets, mark schemes, examiner reports, grade boundaries, and formulae booklets. These tables are available for both AS and A Level Maths and cover the following exam boards:
-Edexcel
-OCR
-OCR MEI
-AQA
A Level Further Maths
I have created searchable tables for each exam board, providing convenient access to sample papers, past papers, and essential resources such as answer booklets, mark schemes, examiner reports, grade boundaries, and formulae booklets. These tables are available for both AS and A Level Further Maths and cover the following exam boards:
-Edexcel
-OCR
-OCR MEI
-AQA