Students & Parents – A-level Calculator Guide

When you make the step up from GCSE to A-level maths, you’ll certainly notice a change in difficulty levels, question styles and the need to understand connections between different areas of the curriculum.

A well-equipped A-level calculator is a vital tool to help you navigate this transition and reach your full potential.

Casio offers advanced scientific and graphic calculators with all the functionality you need to study A-level maths and work efficiently in class, at home and in exams.

Can you use a calculator in A-level maths exams?

Yes – all AS and A-level maths exams in UK schools and colleges currently permit the use of calculators.

What’s more, you can rest assured that any Casio calculator model you choose to use can be taken into an A-level maths examination.

For more information, visit our exams page. You can download a leaflet, read some FAQs from the Joint Council for Qualifications and check specific calculator models for exam eligibility.

What features should you look for in an A-level calculator?

Essential functions to look for in your A-level calculator include:

• Statistical calculations using single-variable or paired-variable data
• Normal and binomial probability distribution calculations
• Trigonometric functions
• Vectors and matrices
• Complex number calculations (for Further Maths)
• Integration

You might also want to look for features that can improve your understanding and encourage exploration of the more challenging areas of the curriculum. This could include dedicated functions for solving equations and drawing graphs.