Welcome to Schools With Sumit, the podcast that brings clarity to the UK school system and empowers families to make informed choices. In this first episode, we tackle the often confusing world of university admissions — starting with UCAS points.

You’ll learn:

• What UCAS points are and why they matter
• How students can start building them early through enrichment and qualifications
• The difference between UCAS points-based and grade-based university offers
• Why extracurriculars still count — even when they don’t carry points

Whether you're a parent planning ahead or a student aiming high, this episode sets the foundation for a smarter, calmer journey to university.

🔗 Important Links for Maths Competitions

• JMC / JMO / IMC / SMC – UKMT Competitions
  👉 ukmt.org.uk
• ROXbridge Maths Challenge – No school participation required
  👉 oxbridgeinstitute.co.uk/plus/roxbridge
• 🔗 Important Links for University Maths Tests
  • MAT – Maths Admissions Test (Oxford)
    👉 maths.ox.ac.uk
  • TMUA – Test of Mathematics for University Admission (Cambridge)
    👉 undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk

🔗 Important Links for UCAS Points

• UCAS Tariff Points Calculator
  Quickly check how many points each qualification earns.
  👉 https://www.ucas.com/applying/before-you-apply/what-and-where-to-study/entry-requirements/calculate-your-ucas-tariff-points
• UCAS Points Tables by Qualification
  See how A-levels, BTECs, IB, and others convert into UCAS points.
  👉 https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/student-advice/applying-to-uni/ucas-points