April 2026 Maths and Statistics Update
The Exam Aids for Summer 2026 are now available to download from the qualification site using the links above.
There have been no changes to the content or format of these formulae sheets, which remain the same as in 2025.
Ofqual has recently confirmed proposals to continue providing GCSE Mathematics formulae sheets (and equations sheets for GCSE Physics and Combined Science) for the lifetime of the current specifications – covering exams up to 2030 or 2031, including resits and November maths series.
Getting students exam‑ready in these final weeks? Our GCSE Maths Exam Key Messages and Information 2026 PowerPoints are now available on Emporium and are ready to use in the classroom.
✅ Clear, student‑friendly messages based on what examiners actually saw in the 2025 exams
✅ Practical advice to help students avoid common mistakes
✅ A clear reminder of essential equipment and how to use it well
✅ Guidance on formulae – what’s given, what isn’t, and how to make the most of it
The slides are designed to support focused revision conversations and help students feel more confident about what really matters in the exam hall.
👉 Find the Foundation and Higher versions on Maths Emporium
Find our full range of revision support resources for GCSE Maths, including 6 week revision programmes, revision checklists and examiner top tips in our Revision Support cabinet on the Maths Emporium.
Looking for great questions to use as part of your targeted final exam prep?
Our Enhanced Skills Maps allow you to search every question from past series, can be filtered by topic, skill and Assessment Objective, and include full performance data.
Available on the Maths Emporium, our Enhanced Skills Maps are available for each qualification.
Don't forget your special schools' discount on Pearson Revise books!
Schools get a 50% discount on all Pearson Revise books when ordering online.
Discount codes can be applied to Revise titles only for a 50% discount and free delivery, on orders over £30. Cannot be combined with any other offers.
Find full details on our Pearson Schools and Colleges website:
Our qualifications are also supported by resources produced by a range of other publishers. You don't have to purchase any resources, including those from Pearson, to deliver our qualifications.
For centres that offer our ELC in Maths, there is no change to the way ELC Maths is being moderated for 2026.
Please post your samples to the moderator’s address provided on Edexcel online.
The deadline for submission is 15 May.
The following events are now available to book via the PD Academy:
- Getting the Basics Right: Level 1 and 2 Functional Skills Maths
- Concepts That Challenge Learners: Level 1 Functional Skills Maths
- Concepts That Challenge Learners: Level 2 Functional Skills Maths
We know many of our centres and students use the UCAS application service, when applying to Higher Education in the UK.
We wanted to let you know that UCAS are currently consulting on the operation of the UCAS undergraduate admissions cycle, including:
- the number of initial choices a student can make
- the firm and insurance choice
- application deadlines, including the early (October) deadline and January Equal Consideration Date.
This is an opportunity for you to have your say. You can find out further details about the consultation and respond on the UCAS website. The deadline to respond is 18:00 (UK time) on 22 April 2026.
UCAS admissions consultation: dates, deadlines, and choices | UCAS
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Subject advisor
Vicky Wood
Mathematics and Statistics - UK centres
