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GCSE Edexcel
Maths
2015 Edexcel Specification
1) GCSE Edexcel Past Papers Higher Tier
2) GCSE Edexcel Exam Questions by Topic Higher Tier
All higher tier past paper questions are organised here by topic. (From 2015 to 2022)
Number
Shape
Algebra
Statistics and Probability
3) GCSE Edexcel Past Papers Foundation Tier
4) GCSE Edexcel Exam Questions by Topic Foundation Tier
All foundation tier past paper questions are organised here by topic. (From 2015 to 2022)
Number
Shape
Algebra
Statistics and Probability
5) Key Info for 2024/25 GCSE Edexcel Exams
When is the Autumn Edexcel GCSE maths exam?
Paper 1 is on Wednesday 6th November 2024, paper 2 is on Friday 8th November 2024 and paper 3 is on Monday 11th November 2024. The higher tier and foundation tier exams take place at the same time and are in the morning.
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When is the Summer Edexcel GCSE maths exam?
Paper 1 is on Thursday 15th May 2025, paper 2 is on Wednesday 4th June 2025 and paper 3 is on Wednesday 11th June 2025. The higher tier and foundation tier exams take place at the same time and are in the morning.
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What grade do you need to pass GCSE maths?
A grade 4 is deemed a standard pass, while a grade 5 is a strong pass.
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What grade do you need to study A level maths?
Most sixth forms require a grade 7 at GCSE to enrol on an A level maths course, though it is ultimately at the sixth form's discretion.
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How many exams do you sit for Edexcel GCSE maths?
Three. Each paper is 90 minutes long. Each paper is 80 marks and comprises a third of your final maths grade.
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Is there coursework for GCSE Edexcel maths?
No.
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Can you use a calculator for the GCSE maths exam?
Paper 1 is non-calculator, paper 2 and paper 3 are calculator papers.